Recalls / 2008-07-24

Reebok International Ltd. Recalls Exercise Cycles Due to Laceration Hazard

08340 · Recalled 2008-07-24 · CPSC page

Description

The Reebok Studio Cycle is an upright exercise bike used primarily in fitness centers and other institutional settings. The recalled bicycle is black with silver cranks. The unit has an internal belt drive. The base of the bicycle is a single piece that is welded to the frame. The legs are two straight horizontal bars with rounded edges. There is a logo located on the side of the exercise cycle that shows a person riding a bicycle.

Hazards

The alloy cranks on the exercise cycles can break during use, posing a laceration and abrasion hazard to users.

Reported injuries

Reebok International Ltd. has received five reports of cranks breaking and causing lacerations.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Studio Cycle immediately, and owners should contact Reebok International Ltd. to receive a discount on a model currently made by a licensee of Reebok.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Reebok Studio Exercise Cycles		About 20,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Fitness Associates Incorporated (F.A.I.), under license from Reebok International Ltd.
Made in: United States
Sold at: F.A.I. to health clubs, specialty fitness dealers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Reebok International Ltd. at (800) 382-3823 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.reebok.com

Source: CPSC recall 08340. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.