MODERATERecall Data: February 11, 2021

Strap Safety Brackets

Rep Fitness LLC, of Denver, Colo.

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PR-4000 Strap Safety with recalled brackets

PR-4000 Strap Safety with recalled brackets

PR-5000 Strap Safety with recalled brackets

PR-5000 Strap Safety with recalled brackets

PR-4000 Strap Safety Brackets attached to the weight lifting posts of a squat stand

PR-4000 Strap Safety Brackets attached to the weight lifting posts of a squat stand

Only the recalled bracket should be disposed of

Only the recalled bracket should be disposed of

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

If the brackets are improperly welded, a sudden drop of weight onto the Strap Safeties can cause the brackets to detach from the weightlifting device, posing an injury hazard.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled brackets and contact Rep Fitness for free replacement brackets. Rep Fitness is directly contacting all known purchasers of the recalled brackets.

Consumer Contact

Rep Fitness toll-free at 888-201-8019, by email at [email protected], online at https://www.repfitness.com/recall-information or www.repfitness.com and click on Recall information at the bottom of the page or submit a Warranty Claim form online at https://blog.repfitness.com/warranty-form/

Product Description

This recall involves PR-4000 (SKU No. PRA-4120) and PR-5000 (SKU No. PRA-5122) Strap Safety brackets. The SKU numbers can be found on the product packaging. Strap Safeties are designed to prevent damage to barbells due to missed lifts during weightlifting. The Strap Safety brackets are black and attach to the weight lifting posts of a squat stand to ensure the strap safeties stay in place. The straps on the Strap Safety products are secured to the brackets with heavy duty bolts. Consumers should retain the strap safeties and heavy-duty bolts. Only the brackets are being recalled.

Where was it sold?

Exclusively online at www.repfitness.com from April 2020 through December 2020 for between $120 and $150.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

21721

Impacted Units

About 1,940

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received three reports of improperly welded strap safety brackets breaking when a large amount of weight was suddenly dropped on the Strap Safeties. No injuries have been reported.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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