CPSCRecalled Jan 29, 2004 · #04073
CPSC, Nautilus Direct Announce Recall of Bowflex Power Pro Fitness Machines
Hazard
First, while being used in the incline position, the machine's backboard bench can unexpectedly collapse and break, posing a risk of injury to the user. Second, the "Lat Tower," can rotate forward and fall during use, posing a risk of injury to the user.
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The recalled fitness machines are the Bowflex Power Pro XL, XTL and XTLU systems with the "Lat Tower" attachment. The "Lat Tower" attaches to the back of the bench, and has pull-down pulleys attached. The name "Bowflex" and the model name are printed on the front of the machine. The machine has 10 to 14 resistance rods that extend about 48 inches high and a backboard bench that is about 36 inches long.
Product details
- Product
- Bowflex Power Pro XL, XTL and XTLU systems with the "Lat Tower" attachment
- Type
- Exercise Machines/Equipment
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Infomercials and specialized retail stores nationwide sold the fitness machines, from January 1995 through December 2003, for between $1,200 and $1,600.
- Made in
- China, Taiwan, United States
What you should do
Consumers should stop using the backboard bench in the incline position and "Lat Tower" on the fitness machines immediately. The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.