[{"RecallID":1293,"RecallNumber":"13096","RecallDate":"2013-01-16T00:00:00","Description":"The recalled workbenches are free-standing and typically used for free weight workouts. They have black, square tube, steel bases with a jet black, vinyl, adjustable bench seat and backrest. \"Powertec\" is embossed on the backrest pad and printed on a sticker located on the upright or the base frame of the workbench. Model names and numbers included in this recall are listed in the table below. The model name and number are located on the product's packaging. Model Name Model Number Key Features Workbench Multipress with Isolateral Arms WB-MP11 Multi-press component and optional leg lift attachment Workbench Olympic Bench WB-OB11 Adjustable bench rack and optional leg lift attachment Workbench Utility Bench WB-UB11 Optional leg lift attachment","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Powertec-Recalls-Weight-Workbenches-Due-to-Injury-Hazard","Title":"Powertec Recalls Weight Workbenches Due to Injury Hazard","ConsumerContact":"To order the free repair kit or for instructions on receiving a full refund, contact Powertec toll-free at (877) 525-5710 any time, send an e-mail to Info@PowertecFitness.com, or visit the firm's website at www.PowertecFitness.com and click on Important Safety Notice.","LastPublishDate":"2015-01-15T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Weight Workbenches","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Exercise Machines/Equipment","CategoryID":"1933","NumberOfUnits":"About 565"}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/rp_1-13096%2520Powertec%2520WB-MP11_LARGE.jpg","Caption":"Workbench Multipress with Isolateral Arms, model WB-MP11"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/rp_2-13096%2520Powertec%2520WB-OB11_LARGE.jpg","Caption":"Workbench Olympic Bench, model WB-OB11"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/rp_3-13096%2520Powertec%2520WB-UB11_LARGE.jpg","Caption":"Workbench Utility Bench, model WB-UB11"}],"Injuries":[{"Name":"Powertec is aware of one incident involving a minor injury."}],"Manufacturers":[],"Retailers":[{"Name":"Specialty fitness stores nationwide and online at www.powertecfitness.com from September 2011 to May 2012 for between $299 and $549.","CompanyID":""}],"Importers":[{"Name":"Powertec, Inc., of Long Beach, Calif.","CompanyID":""}],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[{"Country":"China"}],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"The weld on the backrest adjustment brackets of the weight workbench can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers.","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[{"Name":"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."}],"RemedyOptions":[{"Option":"Refund"},{"Option":"Repair"}]}]