Ontel Recalls Isometric Exercise Devices Due to Projectile Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #14150
Recall Date
2014-04-17
Manufacturer
Ontel Products Corp., of Fairfield, N.J.
Units Affected
About 170,000
Products Involved
ISO7X Isometric Exercise Device
Hazard
The handle grips on each end can break during use and cause parts to be forcefully ejected from the shaft, posing a risk of injury from impact to the user or bystander.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ISO7X isometric exercise device and contact Ontel Products to receive instructions on how to obtain a full refund.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 10 reports of the handles breaking and the ejection of the internal spring coil and rod, including five reports of impact injuries that resulted in punctures and lacerations.
Sold At
Sporting goods and other retail stores nationwide, Ontel direct response television and online at buyironbow.com, buyiso7x.com, getiso7x.com and iso7x.com from October 2009 through August 2011 for about $30.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves ISO7X isometric exercise devices. The device is about 3 feet long. It has hard plastic black handle grips on each end and two black nylon straps that extend down opposite sides of the center metal shaft. This recall only involves isometric exercise devices with black handle grips.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28