Recalls / 2011-12-06

Nautilus Recalls Schwinn Elliptical Exercise Equipment Due to Fall Hazard

12052 · Recalled 2011-12-06 · CPSC page

Description

Elliptical exercise trainer equipment sold under the model name Schwinn 460. The machine is 73 inches tall and 54 inches long. It is made of gray anodized aluminum with two moving and two fixed handlebars all with black rubberized padding. The fixed handlebars have heart rate sensors on both sides. The machine has a touch-screen console, an adjustable fan and an orange-colored, oversized water bottle holder. A medallion with the Schwinn logo is on the bottom right side of the base of the machine.

Hazards

The foot plates can detach from the machine during use, posing a fall hazard.

Reported injuries

Nautilus has received nine reports of foot plates detaching or breaking during use. One incident resulted in a consumer striking his knee.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled models immediately and contact Nautilus for a free repair kit that includes an extended warranty.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Elliptical Exercise Trainer		About 10,000 units

Parties

Distributor: Nautilus Inc. of Vancouver, Wash.
Made in: China
Sold at: Nautilus.com, Amazon.com, Dick's Sporting Goods, AAFES, specialty fitness retailers, specialty sporting goods between July 2008, May 2011 for about $1, 000.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Nautilus toll-free at 800-259-9019 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or on the company's website at www.schwinn.com

Source: CPSC recall 12052. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.