CPSC, Cybex International Inc. Announce Recall of Treadmills

Recalled October 8, 2003 · CPSC recall 04502 · Cybex

Hazard

Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.

Remedy

Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician.

Units

33,719

Incidents / injuries

Five reports of fire, resulting in property damage to the treadmill and, in some instances, smoke-related damage to the surrounding area. No injuries reported.

Description

Treadmill is black with gray coloring and has rectangular uprights. It is 69" in length and 30" in width. It has a small display panel that is almost as wide as the treadmill. The brands and models "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525," or "Trotter 535" are written on the display panel. "CXT+" is another recalled model but does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.

What to do

Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician.

Contact

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 website at www.cybexintl.com

Product

Cybex or Trotter Treadmill

Manufacturer(s)

Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass.

Retailers

Cybex dealers and direct from Cybex International, between September 1993 and October 2001, for about $4,000.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →