Endurance Treadmills Recalled for Unexpected Speed Changes Posing Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-06-07 · 06178
Hazards
The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate or decelerate, possibly causing the user to lose control and fall.
Recall
Number
06178
Date
2006-06-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Endurance Treadmills
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Joong Chen Industries, of Taiwan
Retailer(s)
Fitness equipment stores from September 2004 through April 2005 for between $2,000 and $2,500.
Distributor(s)
Endurance, a division of Body Solid Inc., of Forest Park, Ill.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
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.