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Weightlifting Bars Recalled by York Barbell Co. After Reports of Units Breaking

CPSC · 06243 · published 2006-08-23

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Hazard

Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund.

The text above is quoted verbatim from the CPSC record. Confirm the affected units and the remedy with the manufacturer or CPSC. Recall data may be incomplete, delayed, or superseded.

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Affected products

York Barbell Company Inc., of York, Pa.

Olympic Weightlifting Bars

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