Recall 09-754, published July 21, 2009
Utop Sporting Orbitrek Elite and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic Elliptical Exercise Gliders
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
BK2080Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: BK2080, BK2280.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Orbitrek Elite ("OE") and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic ("OEM") elliptical gliders with model numbers BK2080 (OE) and BK2280 (OEM). The recalled gliders have a blue and gray plastic cover. The model name can be located on the side of the machine. No other models of Orbitrek-branded elliptical gliders are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The written instructions incorrectly identify the proper location of the spring washer. An incorrectly installed spring washer can put undue stress on bolts, causing them to loosen, which poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled machines until they inspect their unit and confirm that the spring washer is in the correct location. Thane is directly contacting consumers to provide new assembly instructions, which can also be located on the firm's Web site.
- Brand
- Utop Sporting
- Recall published
- July 21, 2009
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 48,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Directly to consumers at www.thane.com and through television infomercials from March 2007 through May 2009 for between $200 and $300.
