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CPSC recall · Reported December 6, 2007

Nautilus Recalls Bowflex® Ultimate 2 Home Gyms Due to Risk of Injury

The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistance rods or rod box to separate and strike the user or a bystander.

Recall #
08520
Affected scope
About 68,000
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Land America Ltd., of China recalled The recalled home gyms are equipped with pulleys, resistance rods, and other equipment, w….

Nautilus Recalls Bowflex® Ultimate 2 Home Gyms Due to Risk of Injury was recalled by Land America Ltd., of China in December 6, 2007. Reason: The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistanc…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled home gym until a repair kit is insta…. Verify recall #08520 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Land America Ltd., of China issued this CPSC recall-The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistanc….

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December 6, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08520 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 home gyms are equipped with pulleys, resistance rods, and other equipment, which allow the user to perform a variety of exercises. "Bowflex Ultimate 2" is written on the vertical part of the frame.

Reason for recall

The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistance rods or rod box to separate and strike the user or a bystander.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled home gym until a repair kit is installed. Registered owners are being sent a free repair kit. Owners who have not received a repair kit by the end of the first week in January 2008 should contact the firm.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 08520
Date reported December 6, 2007
Date initiated December 6, 2007
Recalling firm Land America Ltd., of China
Affected scope About 68,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 immediately stop using the recalled home gym until a repair kit is installed. Registered owners are being sent a…

  • Check the recall number (08520) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled home gyms are equipped with pulleys, resistance rods, and other equipment, which allow the user to perform a variety of exercises. "Bowflex Ultimate 2" is written on the vertical part of the frame.. Recalled by Land America Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 68,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistance rods or rod box to separate and strike the user or a bystander.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled home gym until a repair kit is installed. Registered owners are being sent a free repair kit. Owners who have not received a repair kit by the end of the first week in January 2008 should contact the firm.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 6, 2007. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 08520.
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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