CPSC recall 06-541, announced March 30, 2006, covers Nautilus Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym (about 17,000 units). One end of the leg extension cable can release from the guide pulley and swing around, potentially striking the user or a bystander. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using this product. Recall contact: call (800) 413-3121, or go to www.bowflex.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the Bowflex Ultimate 2 home gym, which is an exercise machine equipped with pulleys, tension rods and other equipment, to permit the user to select from among a variety of exercise routines. The name "Bowflex" and the model name "Bowflex Ultimate 2" are on the front of the lat tower and the sides of the main upright frame structure.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
One end of the leg extension cable can release from the guide pulley and swing around, potentially striking the user or a bystander.
Incidents and injuries
Nautilus is aware of one incident in which the leg extension cable released, and one incident in which the squat attachment cable became disengaged. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using this product. A remedy is no longer available. Dispose of this recalled product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Nautilus
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 06-541
- Units
- About 17,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Nautilus Inc. through direct sales to consumers and through specialty fitness retailers nationwide from June through December 2005 for about $2,300.
- Distributor
- Nautilus Inc., of Vancouver, Wash.
Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Nautilus at (800) 413-3121 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.bowflex.com
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