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CPSC recall · Reported January 21, 2010

Johnson Health Tech North America Recalls Horizon Fitness and LIVESTRONG™ Fitness Elliptical Trainers Due to Fall Hazard

The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #
10116
Affected scope
About 18,000
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Johnson Health Tech North America Inc., of Cottage Grove, Wis. recalled The recalled products are elliptical trainers branded under the Horizon Fitness and LIVES… - a moderate-severity action.

Johnson Health Tech North America Recalls Horizon Fitness and LIVESTRONG™ Fitness Ellipti… was recalled by Johnson Health Tech North America Inc., of Cottage Grove, Wis. in January 21, 2010. Reason: The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the elliptical machines immediately and contact Johnson Healt…. Verify recall #10116 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Johnson Health Tech North America Inc., of Cottage Grove, Wis. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard..

Moderate
severity level
January 21, 2010
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10116 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #10116) was formally reported on January 21, 2010. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Johnson Health Tech North America Inc., of Cottage Grove, Wis. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 18,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the elliptical machines immediately and contact Johnson Health Tech NA to schedule a free in-home replacement of the defective pedals. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 18,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled products are elliptical trainers branded under the Horizon Fitness and LIVESTRONG Fitness names. The brand name is located at the top of the console display with the model numbers just below and the serial numbers are located on the front support tube of the trainer. The recalled models and serial numbers are listed below. Horizon Model Serial Number Range EX-58 EP5 130909CX0 0001 - EP5 130909CX0 0645; EP5 130909CY0 0646 - EP5 130909CY0 0903; EP5 130909CX0 0904 - EP5 130910CX0 1893 EX-68 EP5 140909CX0 0259 - EP5 140910CX0 0387 EX-78 EP5 160909CX0 0121 - EP5 160910CX0 0142 GS1050E EP5 180909CX0 2194 - EP5 180910CX0 1290 CE5.1 EP515N2 32090001 - EP515N3 32090519; EP515X6 39090001 - EP515X2 45090129 LIVESTRONG Model Serial Number Range LS7.9E EP52 50908CN0 0001 - EP52 50908CN0 1679; EP52 50909CX0 0001 - EP52 50911CX0 0296 LS9.9E EP52 70907CN0 0016; EP52 70908CN0 0001 - EP52 70908CN0 1682; EP52 70909CX0 0001 - EP52 70911CX0 0120 LS12.9E EP52 80908CN0 0003 - EP52 80908CN0 1534; EP52 80909CX0 0001 - EP52 80911CX0 0550

Reason for recall

The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the elliptical machines immediately and contact Johnson Health Tech NA to schedule a free in-home replacement of the defective pedals.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 10116
Date reported January 21, 2010
Date initiated January 21, 2010
Recalling firm Johnson Health Tech North America Inc., of Cottage Grove, Wis.
Affected scope About 18,000
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 stop using the elliptical machines immediately and contact Johnson Health Tech NA to schedule a free in-home rep…

  • Check the recall number (10116) 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 products are elliptical trainers branded under the Horizon Fitness and LIVESTRONG Fitness names. The brand name is located at the top of the console display with the model numbers just below and the serial numbers are located on the front support tube of the trainer. The recalled models and serial numbers are listed below. Horizon Model Serial Number Range EX-58 EP5 130909CX0 0001 - EP5 130909CX0 0645; EP5 130909CY0 0646 - EP5 130909CY0 0903; EP5 130909CX0 0904 - EP5 130910CX0 1893 EX-68 EP5 140909CX0 0259 - EP5 140910CX0 0387 EX-78 EP5 160909CX0 0121 - EP5 160910CX0 0142 GS1050E EP5 180909CX0 2194 - EP5 180910CX0 1290 CE5.1 EP515N2 32090001 - EP515N3 32090519; EP515X6 39090001 - EP515X2 45090129 LIVESTRONG Model Serial Number Range LS7.9E EP52 50908CN0 0001 - EP52 50908CN0 1679; EP52 50909CX0 0001 - EP52 50911CX0 0296 LS9.9E EP52 70907CN0 0016; EP52 70908CN0 0001 - EP52 70908CN0 1682; EP52 70909CX0 0001 - EP52 70911CX0 0120 LS12.9E EP52 80908CN0 0003 - EP52 80908CN0 1534; EP52 80909CX0 0001 - EP52 80911CX0 0550. Recalled by Johnson Health Tech North America Inc., of Cottage Grove, Wis.. Units affected: About 18,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the elliptical machines immediately and contact Johnson Health Tech NA to schedule a free in-home replacement of the defective pedals.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 21, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10116.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (10116) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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