Cybex or Trotter Treadmills

Date

Oct. 23, 2007

Manufacturer

Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass.

CPSC title

Cybex International Inc. Recalls Treadmills Previously Repaired Due to Fire Hazard

Products

Cybex or Trotter Treadmills

Description

This recall involves the treadmills "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525", "Trotter 535", and "CXT+" that were recalled on October 8, 2003 and later repaired. The treadmills are black with gray coloring, have rectangular uprights, and measure 69 inches long and 30 inches wide. The brands and models are written on the display panel. The "CXT+" model does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.

Hazard

During repairs associated with the October 8, 2003 recall, wire nuts were installed improperly, causing the treadmills to overheat and posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers whose treadmills were included in the 2003 recall and were repaired should immediately unplug and stop using the treadmills. Consumers with recalled units will be notified directly by Cybex. Consumers should call Cybex directly to schedule a free repair.

Units

4,700 (This recall was first announced in Oct. 2003)

Injuries reported

Cybex International has received five reports of treadmills overheating or catching fire resulting in damage to the treadmill. No injuries have been reported.

Sold at

Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide from September 1993 through October 2001 for between $3,300 and $4,000.

Made in

United States

Consumer contact

Call Cybex toll-free at (888) 678-3846 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cybexintl.com/retro

Recall number

08041

What should I do? Something you own was recalled. What now?

Source: CPSC · Consumer product record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.