Exercise machines
CPSC Recall #17-755 — July 12, 2017
Product
Exercise machines
Description
This recall involves five styles of Inspiration® Cable Cross Over and Dual Adjustable Pulley machines installed primarily in fitness centers and gyms. The units are stainless steel adjustable pulleys with single hand adjustment designs and high-low cable positioning components. “Inspiration” is printed on each Dual Adjustable Pulley model, and “Star Trac” or “Nautilus” is printed on the Cable Cross Over models.
Hazard
The height adjusting carriage assembly can loosen and fall on the consumer, posing an impact hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 48 reports of the height-adjusting carriage assemblies loosening and falling, resulting in 31 reports of injuries, including cuts requiring staples or stitches.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled exercise machines and contact Core Health & Fitness to schedule a free onsite repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Units Affected
About 3,600
Manufacturer
Core Health & Fitness and Land America Health and Fitness, of Vancouver, Wash.
Importer
Core Health & Fitness, of Vancouver, Wash.
Manufactured In
China and United States