CPSC recall 08-340, announced July 24, 2008, covers Reebok Studio Exercise Cycles (about 20,000 units). The alloy cranks on the exercise cycles can break during use, posing a laceration and abrasion hazard to users. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled Studio Cycle immediately, and owners should contact Reebok International Ltd. to receive a discount on a model currently made by a licensee of Reebok. Recall contact: call (800) 382-3823, or go to www.reebok.com.
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Which products are included?
The Reebok Studio Cycle is an upright exercise bike used primarily in fitness centers and other institutional settings. The recalled bicycle is black with silver cranks. The unit has an internal belt drive. The base of the bicycle is a single piece that is welded to the frame. The legs are two straight horizontal bars with rounded edges. There is a logo located on the side of the exercise cycle that shows a person riding a bicycle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The alloy cranks on the exercise cycles can break during use, posing a laceration and abrasion hazard to users.
Incidents and injuries
Reebok International Ltd. has received five reports of cranks breaking and causing lacerations.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled Studio Cycle immediately, and owners should contact Reebok International Ltd. to receive a discount on a model currently made by a licensee of Reebok.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Fitness Associates Incorporated (F.A.I.), under license from Reebok International
- Manufacturer
- Fitness Associates Incorporated (F.A.I.), under license from Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass. Note: F.A.I. is no longer in business.
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 08-340
- Units
- About 20,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- F.A.I. to health clubs and specialty fitness dealers nationwide from 1997 through 2000. The bicycles were not sold directly to consumers.
Reebok Studio Exercise Cycles
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Reebok International Ltd. at (800) 382-3823 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.reebok.com
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