CPSC recall 08-109, announced December 5, 2007, covers Icon Health & Fitness Nordic Track and Reebok Inversion Benches (about 22,000 units). The ankle clamp mechanism can release unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The notice cites 5 incident reports and 5 injuries. Consumers should stop using the inversion benches immediately and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (866) 506-9095, or go to www.iconfitness.com.
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Affected model numbers
The Nordic Track bench is model number 831.14595.0 and the Reebok bench is model number RBBE1996.0.
Which products are included?
The recalled inversion benches invert a user by securing the ankles in a locking device and rotating the bench. The Nordic Track bench is model number 831.14595.0 and the Reebok bench is model number RBBE1996.0. The model number is located under the seat of the bench.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The ankle clamp mechanism can release unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Icon has received five reports of injuries to consumers including contusions, lacerations and back pain.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the inversion benches immediately and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 08-109
- Units
- About 22,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods stores nationwide from September 2006 through January 2007 for about $200.
- Distributor
- Icon Health & Fitness Inc., of Logan, Utah
Nordic Track and Reebok Inversion Benches
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For further information, contact Icon Health & Fitness toll-free at (866) 506-9095 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.iconfitness.com
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