CPSC recall · Reported November 16, 2004
CPSC, The Nautilus Group Announce Recall to Repair Bowflex Power Pro and Ultimate Fitness Machines
The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing the seat to move suddenly. Also, the incline support bracket on the Pow…
The Nautilus Group, of Vancouver, Wash. recalled The recalled fitness machines are the Bowflex Power Pro with and without a "Lat Tower" an….
CPSC, The Nautilus Group Announce Recall to Repair Bowflex Power Pro and Ultimate Fitness… was recalled by The Nautilus Group, of Vancouver, Wash. in November 16, 2004. Reason: The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing t…. Remedy: The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard t…. Verify recall #05048 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Nautilus Group, of Vancouver, Wash. issued this CPSC recall-The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing t….
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- November 16, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05048 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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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Product description
The recalled fitness machines are the Bowflex Power Pro with and without a "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models built before September 1, 2002. The "Lat Tower" attaches to the back of the bench, and has pull-down pulleys attached. The name "Bowflex" and the model name are printed on the front of the machines.
Reason for recall
The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing the seat to move suddenly. Also, the incline support bracket on the Power Pro without a "Lat Tower" can break, allowing the incline bench to move suddenly. Both hazards pose a fall risk to the user.
Remedy, what to do
The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05048 |
| Date reported | November 16, 2004 |
| Date initiated | November 16, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | The Nautilus Group, of Vancouver, Wash. |
| Affected scope | 680,000 Power Pro units and 102,000 Ultimate units |
| 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
The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.
- Check the recall number (05048) 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.
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