Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 Treadmills
CPSC Recall #05-235 — July 27, 2005
Product
Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 Treadmills
Description
This recall includes Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 treadmills. These 155- to 170-pound motorized treadmills are gray in color and can be folded upright for storage. The name "Sportcraft" and product identification of "Tredex 6.0", "TX 440" or "TX 550" are printed on the control console of the treadmill.
Hazard
The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate and cause users to fall and sustain injuries.
Incidents / Injuries
Sportcraft has received 110 reports of unexpected acceleration, 14 of which resulted in minor injuries, including sprains and bruises.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled treadmills immediately. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available. Please destroy or discard the product.
Units Affected
About 12,000
Sold At
Discount department and other retail stores nationwide from December 2002 through April 2005 for between $350 and $600.
Manufactured In
China and Taiwan