CPSC recall 06-556, announced June 12, 2006, covers 2006 Model Year Premier Console (sold with Vision Fitness treadmill frames) (about 480 units). Due to a programming defect with the console, the treadmill can unexpectedly increase in speed and elevation when the User Programs 4 or 5 are set for longer than 30 minutes. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should contact the retailer where purchased or Vision Fitness to make arrangements for a return, repair or replacement console. Recall contact: call (800) 335-4348.
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.
Model numbers are printed on the underside of the console and located on the serial number tag.
Which products are included?
The consoles were sold with Vision Fitness treadmill frames and control the operation of the treadmill. 2006 Premier Consoles can be identified by the word Premier or T9700HRT printed on the console face under the Vision Fitness logo. These consoles were sold under model numbers TCFP6, TCPP6 and C9700H6. Model numbers are printed on the underside of the console and located on the serial number tag. The following serial numbers are included in the recall: Model TCPP6: Serial numbers TC175B05060002 through TC175B05080480. Model TCFP6: Serial numbers TC176B05060002 through TC176B05080309. Model TC9700H6: Serial numbers TC184B05070012 through TC18405080143.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Due to a programming defect with the console, the treadmill can unexpectedly increase in speed and elevation when the User Programs 4 or 5 are set for longer than 30 minutes. If this happens, the user could fall and suffer injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Vision Fitness has received one report of these treadmills unexpectedly increasing speed and elevation. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact the retailer where purchased or Vision Fitness to make arrangements for a return, repair or replacement console.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vision Fitness
- Manufacturer
- Vision Fitness, of Lake Mills, Wis.
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 06-556
- Units
- About 480
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty fitness retailers nationwide as one of three consoles available on standard treadmill frames from September 2005 through October 2005 for between $1,700 and $3,000.
2006 Model Year Premier Console (sold with Vision Fitness treadmill frames)
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Vision Fitness at (800) 335-4348 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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