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Fitness Quest Recalls Eclipse Elliptical Trainers Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: December 11, 2007 Initiated: December 11, 2007 #08126

Product Description

This recall involves the Eclipse® 1175e elliptical trainers. The elliptical trainer is a cardiovascular exercise machine. The machine has two foot platforms attached to a wheel at the rear of the machine. Each machine has "1175e" stamped on an oval decal located on the side of the wheel housing.

Reason for Recall

The cranks that connect the foot platforms to the rear wheel of the machine can break during exercise, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled elliptical trainers immediately and contact Fitness Quest for a $300 credit towards the purchase of another Fitness Quest exercise machine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Eclipse® 1175e elliptical trainers. The elliptical trainer is a cardiovascular exercise machine. The machine has two foot platforms attached to a wheel at the rear of the machine. Each machine has "1175e" stamped on an oval decal located on the side of the wheel housing.. Recalled by Fitness Quest Inc., of Canton, Ohio. Units affected: About 23,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The cranks that connect the foot platforms to the rear wheel of the machine can break during exercise, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled elliptical trainers immediately and contact Fitness Quest for a $300 credit towards the purchase of another Fitness Quest exercise machine.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 11, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08126.