CPSC recall · Reported June 7, 2006
Fitness Quest Gazelle Freestyle Crosstrainers and Crosstrainer Pro Gliders Recalled for Fall Hazard
The resistance pistons on the glider can come off during exercise. If this happens, a person using the glider can fall off the exercise machine.
Fitness Quest Inc., of Canton, Ohio recalled Gazelle® Freestyle Crosstrainer and Crosstrainer Pro exercisers are "glider-style" exerci….
Fitness Quest Gazelle Freestyle Crosstrainers and Crosstrainer Pro Gliders Recalled for F… was recalled by Fitness Quest Inc., of Canton, Ohio in June 7, 2006. Reason: The resistance pistons on the glider can come off during exercise. If this happens, a person using the glider…. Remedy: Consumers should disconnect the pistons on these exercise gliders. Consumers can continue…. Verify recall #06179 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Fitness Quest Inc., of Canton, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The resistance pistons on the glider can come off during exercise. If this happens, a person using the glider….
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- agency class
- June 7, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06179 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
Gazelle® Freestyle Crosstrainer and Crosstrainer Pro exercisers are "glider-style" exercise equipment. The user moves two foot platforms in a striding motion back and forth while grasping handlebars attached to the platforms. The model name "Gazelle Freestyle Cross Trainer" or "Gazelle Freestyle Cross Trainer Pro" is printed on the side of each product's frame.
Reason for recall
The resistance pistons on the glider can come off during exercise. If this happens, a person using the glider can fall off the exercise machine.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should disconnect the pistons on these exercise gliders. Consumers can continue to use the gliders until they receive the repair kit as long as the pistons are detached. Consumers who purchased a Crosstrainer Pro from Dick's should contact Fitness Quest for a free repair kit. Consumers who purchased a Crosstrainer or Crosstrainer Pro from the Home Shopping Network (HSN) or the Shopping Channel (tSC) before January 1, 2006 will receive a free repair kit by mail. Contact Fitness Quest if you do not receive a repair kit. Crosstrainer Pro gliders purchased from HSN or tSC after January 1, 2006 have repair kits included. Consumers who purchased a Crosstrainer Pro glider from The Sportman's Guide will receive a free repair kit by mail. Contact Fitness Quest if you do not receive a repair kit by July 12, 2006.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06179 |
| Date reported | June 7, 2006 |
| Date initiated | June 7, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Fitness Quest Inc., of Canton, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 154,000 |
| 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 disconnect the pistons on these exercise gliders. Consumers can continue to use the gliders until they receive t…
- Check the recall number (06179) 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
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