CPSC recall 05-048, announced November 16, 2004, covers The Nautilus Group Bowflex Power Pro and Bowflex Ultimate Fitness Machines (680,000 units). The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing the seat to move suddenly. The notice cites 46 incident reports and 2 injuries. The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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Which products are included?
The recalled fitness machines are the Bowflex Power Pro with and without a "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models built before September 1, 2002. The "Lat Tower" attaches to the back of the bench, and has pull-down pulleys attached. The name "Bowflex" and the model name are printed on the front of the machines.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing the seat to move suddenly. Also, the incline support bracket on the Power Pro without a "Lat Tower" can break, allowing the incline bench to move suddenly. Both hazards pose a fall risk to the user.
Incidents and injuries
Nautilus has received 46 reports of the seat pin failure, including two serious injuries requiring stitches to the head. Additionally, Nautilus received 42 reports of the incline support bracket failure including injuries to the back, neck and head.
Official remedy
The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Nautilus Group
- Manufacturer
- The Nautilus Group, of Vancouver, Wash.
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 05-048
- Units
- 680,000 Power Pro units and 102,000 Ultimate units
- Manufactured in
- China, Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty fitness stores, infomercials and direct sales nationwide from January 1995 through April 2004 for between $1,200 and $1,600.
Bowflex Power Pro and Bowflex Ultimate Fitness Machines
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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