CPSC2013-11-21
ElliptiGO Recalls Elliptical Cycles Due to Fall Hazard
ElliptiGO Inc., of Solana Beach, Calif.
Hazard
The front fork on the ElliptiGO cycles can separate and the drive arm axles can detach during use, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using recalled ElliptiGO cycles until they have the fork upgraded with a safety retrofit and/or upgraded replacement drive arm axles installed. Consumers with affected cycles can contact ElliptiGO online at www.elliptigo.com/safety to locate the authorized repair center closest to them.
Sold at
ElliptiGO Inc. online at elliptigo.com and through various specialty bicycle and specialty fitness retailers nationwide from April 2011 through October 2013 for about $1,800 to $3,500.
Affected count
About 7,000 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada
Injuries reported
ElliptiGO has received one report of the fork separating and ten reports of the drive arm detaching. One injury consisting of a minor abrasions caused by a drive arm detaching has been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Repair
Products
ElliptiGO outdoor elliptical cycles
Consumer contact
ElliptiGO toll-free at (888) 551-0117 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.elliptigo.com and click on the "Model 3C, 8C and 11R Recall" link for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/ElliptiGO-Recalls-Elliptical-CyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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