Safety regulator, Cybex International Inc. Announce Recall of Treadmills
Recall 04502 · Oct 8, 2003 · Cybex International, Inc.
33,719
units affected
33,719
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 04502
- Date
- Oct 8, 2003
- Company
- Cybex International, Inc.
- Units affected
- 33,719
- Product
- Cybex or Trotter Treadmill
- Product type
- Exercise Machines/Equipment
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
Treadmill is black with gray coloring and has rectangular uprights. It is 69" in length and 30" in width. It has a small display panel that is almost as wide as the treadmill. The brands and models "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525," or "Trotter 535" are written on the display panel. "CXT+" is another recalled model but does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.
What can happen
Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.
The fix
Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Five reports of fire, resulting in property damage to the treadmill and, in some instances, smoke-related damage to the surrounding area. No injuries reported.
- Sold at
- Cybex dealers and direct from Cybex International, between September 1993 and October 2001, for about $4,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled cybex or trotter treadmill?
Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician.
What is the hazard?
Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.