Cybex International is recalling about 234 Olympic Decline free weight benches because the frame can fatigue and collapse forward onto the user. This recall affects three model numbers—16060, 16061, and 16062—that were sold to professional gyms between December 2008 and September 2013. There have been nine reports of frames weakening or cracking near the weld point, although no injuries have been reported yet. Cybex is providing a free repair for all affected units.
The metal frame of the bench can develop cracks or structural weakness near the weld points, causing the entire bench to collapse forward while a person is using it. This can lead to serious fall injuries or the heavy weight bar falling directly onto the user.
Consumers should stop using the benches immediately and contact Cybex to arrange for instructions for inspecting the frames for cracks or weakness and for installing the free repair.
Olympic Decline Free Weight Bench
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response