CPSC recall 08-041, announced October 23, 2007, covers Cybex or Trotter Treadmills (4,700 units). During repairs associated with the October 8, 2003 recall, wire nuts were installed improperly, causing the treadmills to overheat and posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers whose treadmills were included in the 2003 recall and were repaired should immediately unplug and stop using the treadmills. Recall contact: call (888) 678-3846, or go to www.cybexintl.com/retro.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the treadmills "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525", "Trotter 535", and "CXT+" that were recalled on October 8, 2003 and later repaired. The treadmills are black with gray coloring, have rectangular uprights, and measure 69 inches long and 30 inches wide. The brands and models are written on the display panel. The "CXT+" model does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
During repairs associated with the October 8, 2003 recall, wire nuts were installed improperly, causing the treadmills to overheat and posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Cybex International has received five reports of treadmills overheating or catching fire resulting in damage to the treadmill. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers whose treadmills were included in the 2003 recall and were repaired should immediately unplug and stop using the treadmills. Consumers with recalled units will be notified directly by Cybex. Consumers should call Cybex directly to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Cybex International
- Manufacturer
- Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass.
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 08-041
- Units
- 4,700 (This recall was first announced in Oct. 2003)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide from September 1993 through October 2001 for between $3,300 and $4,000.
Cybex or Trotter Treadmills
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
Call Cybex toll-free at (888) 678-3846 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cybexintl.com/retro
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