CPSC recall 09-754, announced July 21, 2009, covers Utop Sporting Orbitrek Elite and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic Elliptical Exercise Gliders (about 48,000 units). The written instructions incorrectly identify the proper location of the spring washer. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled machines until they inspect their unit and confirm that the spring washer is in the correct location. Recall contact: call (800) 849-5069.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: BK2080, BK2280.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Orbitrek Elite ("OE") and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic ("OEM") elliptical gliders with model numbers BK2080 (OE) and BK2280 (OEM). The recalled gliders have a blue and gray plastic cover. The model name can be located on the side of the machine. No other models of Orbitrek-branded elliptical gliders are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The written instructions incorrectly identify the proper location of the spring washer. An incorrectly installed spring washer can put undue stress on bolts, causing them to loosen, which poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled machines until they inspect their unit and confirm that the spring washer is in the correct location. Thane is directly contacting consumers to provide new assembly instructions, which can also be located on the firm's Web site.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Utop Sporting
- Manufacturer
- Utop Sporting Co., of China
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 09-754
- Units
- About 48,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Directly to consumers at www.thane.com and through television infomercials from March 2007 through May 2009 for between $200 and $300.
- Distributor
- Thane International Inc., of La Quinta, Calif.
Orbitrek Elite and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic Elliptical Exercise Gliders
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Thane toll-free at (800) 849-5069, from 8:30am to 5:00pm EST Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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