CPSC recall 11-136, announced February 17, 2011, covers Perfect Pullup (about 7,000 units). The plastic handle on the recalled product can crack posing a fall injury hazard for the user. The notice cites 2,200 incident reports and 38 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handles and contact Perfect Fitness to order a free handle replacement kit. Recall contact: call (877) 974-7733, or go to www.perfectonline.com/handleexchange.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Perfect Pullup, an adjustable height pull-up bar that is installed in a doorway with screw-in holders. The recalled handles have a rectangular shape, are silver colored with a red hook, and display the Perfect Pullup logo in white lettering across the top. The recalled models were manufactured between December 2007 and April 2008.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic handle on the recalled product can crack posing a fall injury hazard for the user.
Incidents and injuries
Perfect Fitness received approximately 2,200 reports of cracking of the original handles, with 38 complaints of injuries that included bruises, strains and sprains.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handles and contact Perfect Fitness to order a free handle replacement kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Perfect Fitness
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 11-136
- Units
- About 7,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods stores nationwide, on their websites and on Amazon.com from January 2008 through present for about $90.
- Importer
- Perfect Fitness, of Mill Valley, Calif.
Perfect Pullup
CPSC product type: Exercise Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 974-7733 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.perfectonline.com/handleexchange
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