CPSC recall 04-554, announced June 4, 2004, covers Sportcraft Tredex 10.0 treadmill (320 units). The treadmill's circuitry can overheat, causing it to unexpectedly accelerate during use. The notice cites 9 incident reports and 5 injuries. Stop using the Tredex 10.0 treadmill immediately. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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Which products are included?
The treadmill measures 62 inches high, 79 inches long, and 35 inches wide. It is gray and has a gray control panel. The name "Tredex 10.0" appears on the control console of the treadmill and on the motor cover of the treadmill. This recall includes only the Tredex 10.0 model treadmill.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The treadmill's circuitry can overheat, causing it to unexpectedly accelerate during use. When this happens, the user can fall.
Incidents and injuries
Sportcraft received nine reports of unexpected acceleration, including five reports of injuries. The injuries included sprains to the back, shoulder and knees, and cuts and abrasions to various parts of the body.
Official remedy
Stop using the Tredex 10.0 treadmill immediately. Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sportcraft
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 04-554
- Units
- 320
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Dick's Sporting Goods nationwide, from January 2004 through March 2004, for between $500 and $1400.
- Importer
- Sportcraft Ltd., of Mt. Olive, N.J.
Tredex 10.0 treadmill
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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