Powertec is recalling about 565 weight workbenches because the welds on the backrest adjustment brackets can break. This recall includes the Workbench Multipress (WB-MP11), Workbench Olympic Bench (WB-OB11), and Workbench Utility Bench (WB-UB11). These products were sold at specialty fitness stores and online between September 2011 and May 2012. Powertec has received one report of a minor injury related to this defect.
The weld on the backrest adjustment brackets can fail during use, causing the backrest to collapse unexpectedly. This poses a significant fall and impact injury hazard to consumers who are typically lifting heavy weights while using the equipment.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product until they order and install a free safety retrofit repair kit. Consumers can also return the product for a full refund.
Workbench Multipress with Isolateral Arms, model WB-MP11
Workbench Olympic Bench, model WB-OB11
Workbench Utility Bench, model WB-UB11
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response