CPSC recall 05-235, announced July 28, 2005, covers Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 Treadmills (about 12,000 units). The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate and cause users to fall and sustain injuries. The notice cites 110 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled treadmills immediately. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall includes Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 treadmills. These 155- to 170-pound motorized treadmills are gray in color and can be folded upright for storage. The name "Sportcraft" and product identification of "Tredex 6.0", "TX 440" or "TX 550" are printed on the control console of the treadmill.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate and cause users to fall and sustain injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Sportcraft has received 110 reports of unexpected acceleration, 14 of which resulted in minor injuries, including sprains and bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled treadmills immediately. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please destroy or discard the product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sportcraft
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 05-235
- Units
- About 12,000
- Manufactured in
- China, Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department and other retail stores nationwide, from December 2002 through April 2005, for between $350 and $600.
- Distributor
- Sportcraft Ltd., of Mt. Olive, N.J.
Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 Treadmills
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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