[Recalled] Weight bench — This recall involves Valor Fitness BF-38 Flat/Incline/Decline Olympic Benches | CPSC 2015-05-20
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Weight bench |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 15140 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 20 May 2015 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Valor Fitness BF-38 Flat/Incline/Decline Olympic Benches. The benches are used to perform various free weight exercises. The recalled benches have a gray, steel frame that measures 53 inches long by 43 inches wide by 47 inches tall and have black, multi-position seat and back pads. They have adjustable bar supports with safety bar hooks and plate storage pegs on the rear of the uprights. The Valor Fitness logo and model number are on the main cross frame between the two uprights. Hazards: The weld joining the front leg to the main frame can break, posing an injury hazard to the user.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
Read the full official notice →
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