CPSC2007-10-23
Cybex International Inc. Recalls Treadmills Previously Repaired Due to Fire Hazard
Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass.
Hazard
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.
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.
Sold at
Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide from September 1993 through October 2001 for between $3,300 and $4,000.
Affected count
4,700 (This recall was first announced in Oct. 2003)
Injuries reported
Cybex International has received five reports of treadmills overheating or catching fire resulting in damage to the treadmill. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Cybex or Trotter Treadmills
Consumer 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 Web site at www.cybexintl.com/retro
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Cybex-International-Inc-Recalls-Treadmills-Previously-Repaired-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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