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CPSC, Sportcraft Announce Recall of Treadmills

Reported: July 28, 2005 Initiated: July 28, 2005 #05235

Product Description

This recall includes Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 treadmills. These 155- to 170-pound motorized treadmills are gray in color and can be folded upright for storage. The name "Sportcraft" and product identification of "Tredex 6.0", "TX 440" or "TX 550" are printed on the control console of the treadmill.

Reason for Recall

The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate and cause users to fall and sustain injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled treadmills immediately. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please destroy or discard the product.

Details

Units Affected
About 12,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Sportcraft-Announce-Recall-of-Treadmills

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall includes Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 treadmills. These 155- to 170-pound motorized treadmills are gray in color and can be folded upright for storage. The name "Sportcraft" and product identification of "Tredex 6.0", "TX 440" or "TX 550" are printed on the control console of the treadmill.. Recalled by Sportcraft Ltd., of Mt. Olive, N.J.. Units affected: About 12,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate and cause users to fall and sustain injuries.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled treadmills immediately. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please destroy or discard the product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 28, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05235.

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