Elliptical Exercise Gliders Recalled by Thane Due to Fall Hazard; New Instructions to Be Provided
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-07-21 · 09754
Hazards
The written instructions incorrectly identify the proper location of the spring washer. An incorrectly installed spring washer can put undue stress on bolts, causing them to loosen, which poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
09754
Date
2009-07-21
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Orbitrek Elite and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic Elliptical Exercise Gliders
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Utop Sporting Co., of China
Retailer(s)
Directly to consumers at www.thane.com and through television infomercials from March 2007 through May 2009 for between $200 and $300.
Distributor(s)
Thane International Inc., of La Quinta, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Orbitrek Elite ("OE") and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic ("OEM") elliptical gliders with model numbers BK2080 (OE) and BK2280 (OEM). The recalled gliders have a blue and gray plastic cover. The model name can be located on the side of the machine. No other models of Orbitrek-branded elliptical gliders are included in this recall.