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CPSCRecalled Oct 29, 2008 · #09026

Cybex International Recalls Treadmills Due to Fall Hazard; Can Speed Up Unexpectedly

Hazard

The treadmills can speed up unexpectedly while in use due to a malfunction with the lower control board, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves 115V ONLY Cybex 445T, 455T, 530T, 450T, 500T, 515T, 520T, and 550T treadmills. The 220V model treadmills are not involved in this recall. The treadmills are black and gray with rectangular uprights. The 530T style treadmill is 81 inches long by 32 inches wide. The 445T style treadmill is 72 inches long by 32 inches wide. The treadmills have a display panel on a console as wide as the treadmill. "Cybex" and the model number are written on the console.

Product details

Product
Cybex Treadmills
Type
Exercise Machines/Equipment
Manufacturer
Cybex International Inc., of Medway, Mass.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide from January 2001 through September 2008 for between $5,500 and $7,000.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled treadmills. Contact Cybex to receive a free replacement fuse. If requested, a Cybex technician can install the fuse free of charge. Cybex is directly contacting known purchasers.

View the official CPSC notice