Endurance Treadmills Recalled for Unexpected Speed Changes Posing Fall Hazard

Recalled June 7, 2006 · CPSC recall 06178 · Endurance

Hazard

The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate or decelerate, possibly causing the user to lose control and fall.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these treadmills immediately and contact Endurance to schedule a free on-site repair.

Units

About 700

Incidents / injuries

Endurance has received nine reports of speed control problems. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall includes the T7, T7.1, T8 and T9.1 models of the Endurance Treadmills. The treadmills are black and silver. The model number is located along the side of the running surface near the end of the treadmill. Consumers should check the serial number, located on the front lower shroud of the treadmill along the vertical surface on a white sticker, and contact the company to confirm their treadmill is included in the recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these treadmills immediately and contact Endurance to schedule a free on-site repair.

Contact

For additional information, contact Endurance at (800) 496-5632 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or send an email to [email protected]

Product

Endurance Treadmills

Manufacturer(s)

Joong Chen Industries, of Taiwan

Distributed by

Endurance, a division of Body Solid Inc., of Forest Park, Ill.

Retailers

Fitness equipment stores from September 2004 through April 2005 for between $2,000 and $2,500.

Made in

Taiwan

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