Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 14, 2002
CPSC, ICON Health & Fitness Inc. Announce Recall of Hiker Exercise Equipment
An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This poses a risk of fire and burns to consumers.
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Icon Health & Fitness, of Logan, Utah recalled Hikers are shortened-platform treadmills that operate at a speed of up to 6 mph. They can… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, ICON Health & Fitness Inc. Announce Recall of Hiker Exercise Equipment was recalled by Icon Health & Fitness, of Logan, Utah in March 14, 2002. Reason: An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This po…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled hikers immediately and contact Icon H…. Verify recall #02120 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Icon Health & Fitness, of Logan, Utah issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This po….
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 14, 2002
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02120 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #02120) was formally reported on March 14, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Icon Health & Fitness, of Logan, Utah is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 7,500.
The documented reason for this recall is: An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This poses a risk of fire and burns to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled hikers immediately and contact Icon Health & Fitness to receive a free repair kit or to arrange for a free service call. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Outdoor & Sports recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 510 outdoor & sports recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 7,500
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Hikers are shortened-platform treadmills that operate at a speed of up to 6 mph. They can be set at an incline of up to 25 or 50 percent, depending on model, to simulate hiking up steep grades. The recall includes the NordicTrack Adventurer with model number NTHK9990 or 831.29897; NordicTrack Teton with model number NTHK2249; and ProForm TrailRunner with model number PFHK9990. The brand of these hikers is written on the console on the front of the equipment. The brand name, model name and model number are written on the front page of the equipment's user manual. The model number also is written on the hiker's serial number decal found on the left-front corner of the NordicTrack Adventurer and Teton units, and on the right side of the support base of the ProForm TrailRunner. Hikers with a sticker reading "KIT" located near the model number label have already been repaired.
Reason for recall
An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This poses a risk of fire and burns to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled hikers immediately and contact Icon Health & Fitness to receive a free repair kit or to arrange for a free service call.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02120 |
| Date reported | March 14, 2002 |
| Date initiated | March 14, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Icon Health & Fitness, of Logan, Utah |
| Affected scope | About 7,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled hikers immediately and contact Icon Health & Fitness to receive a free repair…
- Check the recall number (02120) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Hikers are shortened-platform treadmills that operate at a speed of up to 6 mph. They can be set at an incline of up to 25 or 50 percent, depending on model, to simulate hiking up steep grades. The recall includes the NordicTrack Adventurer with model number NTHK9990 or 831.29897; NordicTrack Teton with model number NTHK2249; and ProForm TrailRunner with model number PFHK9990. The brand of these hikers is written on the console on the front of the equipment. The brand name, model name and model number are written on the front page of the equipment's user manual. The model number also is written on the hiker's serial number decal found on the left-front corner of the NordicTrack Adventurer and Teton units, and on the right side of the support base of the ProForm TrailRunner. Hikers with a sticker reading "KIT" located near the model number label have already been repaired.. Recalled by Icon Health & Fitness, of Logan, Utah. Units affected: About 7,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This poses a risk of fire and burns to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled hikers immediately and contact Icon Health & Fitness to receive a free repair kit or to arrange for a free service call.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 14, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02120.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (02120) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported March 14, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.