CPSC recall 06-243, announced August 23, 2006, covers York Barbell Olympic Weightlifting Bars (about 3,300 units). Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 358-9675, or go to www.yorkbarbell.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
This recall involves all 7' Int'l Hard Chrome 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32012 and 32013, 7' Int'l Black Oxide 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32020 and 32021, 7' International Men's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32010 and 6½' International Women's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32011.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all 7' Int'l Hard Chrome 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32012 and 32013, 7' Int'l Black Oxide 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32020 and 32021, 7' International Men's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32010 and 6½' International Women's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32011. The bars have split sleeves and YORK is printed on the sleeve assemblies of each bar.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
York Barbell has received two reports of bars breaking under the pressure of significant weight. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- York Barbell
- Manufacturer
- York Barbell Company Inc., of York, Pa.
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 06-243
- Units
- About 3,300
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Fitness wholesalers and retailers nationwide from November 2005 through July 2006 for between $200 and $500.
Olympic Weightlifting Bars
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For more information, contact York Barbell Co. at (800) 358-9675 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.yorkbarbell.com
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