Recalls / 2007-12-06
Nautilus Recalls Bowflex® Ultimate 2 Home Gyms Due to Risk of Injury
08520 · Recalled 2007-12-06 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled home gyms are equipped with pulleys, resistance rods, and other equipment, which allow the user to perform a variety of exercises. "Bowflex Ultimate 2" is written on the vertical part of the frame.
Hazards
The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistance rods or rod box to separate and strike the user or a bystander.
Reported injuries
Nautilus has received ten reports of rod box separation, including three reports of consumers suffering bruised arms, sore elbows, and a sore back.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled home gym until a repair kit is installed. Registered owners are being sent a free repair kit. Owners who have not received a repair kit by the end of the first week in January 2008 should contact the firm.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Bowflex® Ultimate 2 Home Gyms | About 68,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Land America Ltd.
- Importer
- Nautilus Inc., of Vancouver, Wash.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Specialty fitness retailers nationwide, through direct sales, 300.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Nautilus at (800) 259-9019 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bowflex.com
Source: CPSC recall 08520. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.