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CPSC recall · Reported October 8, 2003

CPSC, Cybex International Inc. Announce Recall of Treadmills

Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.

Recall #
04502
Affected scope
33,719
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Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass. recalled Treadmill is black with gray coloring and has rectangular uprights. It is 69" in length a… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Cybex International Inc. Announce Recall of Treadmills was recalled by Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass. in October 8, 2003. Reason: Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates bec…. Remedy: Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge…. Verify recall #04502 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates bec….

Moderate
severity level
34K units
affected scope
October 8, 2003
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04502 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04502) was formally reported on October 8, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 33,719.

The documented reason for this recall is: Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance. 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: Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician. - 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

33,719

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Treadmill is black with gray coloring and has rectangular uprights. It is 69" in length and 30" in width. It has a small display panel that is almost as wide as the treadmill. The brands and models "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525," or "Trotter 535" are written on the display panel. "CXT+" is another recalled model but does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.

Reason for recall

Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.

Remedy, what to do

Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04502
Date reported October 8, 2003
Date initiated October 8, 2003
Recalling firm Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass.
Affected scope 33,719
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.

Scale of Impact

33,719 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

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Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technic…

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  • 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?
Treadmill is black with gray coloring and has rectangular uprights. It is 69" in length and 30" in width. It has a small display panel that is almost as wide as the treadmill. The brands and models "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525," or "Trotter 535" are written on the display panel. "CXT+" is another recalled model but does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.. Recalled by Cybex International, Inc., of Medway, Mass.. Units affected: 33,719.
Why was this product recalled?
Fire hazard because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.
What should consumers do?
Unplug and stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge, with a certified Cybex service technician.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 8, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04502.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04502) 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 October 8, 2003. 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.