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Icon Health & Fitness Recalls Inversion Benches Due to Fall Hazard (08109)

U.S. CPSCFallsDec 5, 2007
Recalled Nordic Track Inversion Bench
Recalled Nordic Track Inversion Bench
Recalled Reebok Inversion Bench
Recalled Reebok Inversion Bench

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Hazard

The ankle clamp mechanism can release unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the inversion benches immediately and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit.

Incidents & injuries

Icon has received five reports of injuries to consumers including contusions, lacerations and back pain.

Product description

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.

Sold on

Sporting goods stores nationwide from September 2006 through January 2007 for about $200.

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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