CPSC

Cybex Smith Press plate-loaded weight-lifting equipment Recalled for Fall Hazard

Recalled Cybex Smith Press model 5340
Recalled Cybex Smith Press model 5340
Recalled Cybex Smith Press model 5341
Recalled Cybex Smith Press model 5341
Recalled Cybex Smith Press model label
Recalled Cybex Smith Press model label

Hazard

The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex for instructions on how to receive a free repair for model 5341 or a credit or refund of the current value for model 5340. All known purchasers are being contacted by the firm.

Consumer Contact

Cybex toll-free at 877-423-3253 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.cybexintl.com and click on “Support” for more information.

Products

Cybex Smith Press plate-loaded weight-lifting equipment

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Through Cybex direct sales representatives and fitness equipment dealers to fitness facilities and gymnasiums and online at www.cybexintl.com from 1989 through 2009 for between $1,000 and $3,400.