Bowflex home gym equipment recalled due to risk of injury

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Nautilus, Inc. today announced a voluntary recall of all Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gyms sold from June 2005 through January 2009. Nautilus has received 18 reports of injuries caused by unlatched seat rails that have fallen, resulting in head and shoulder lacerations. If you own this product, stop using it immediately and contact Nautilus for a free repair kit at 800-259-9019, or visit www.bowflex.com.

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