CPSC, Sportcraft Announce Recall of Tredex Treadmills
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-06-04). Hazards: burn, fall. About 320 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04554 |
| Published | 2004-06-04 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-10 |
| Product category | Exercise Machines/Equipment |
| Products | Tredex 10.0 treadmill |
| Firm named in the title | Sportcraft |
| Firms | Sportcraft Ltd., of Mt. Olive, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 320 |
| Hazard classes | burn, fall |
| Remedy classes | dispose, stop use |
| Sold | Dick's Sporting Goods nationwide, from January 2004 through March 2004, for between $500 and $1400. |
Description
The treadmill measures 62 inches high, 79 inches long, and 35 inches wide. It is gray and has a gray control panel. The name "Tredex 10.0" appears on the control console of the treadmill and on the motor cover of the treadmill. This recall includes only the Tredex 10.0 model treadmill.
Hazard
The treadmill's circuitry can overheat, causing it to unexpectedly accelerate during use. When this happens, the user can fall.
Remedy
Stop using the Tredex 10.0 treadmill immediately. Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Incidents and injuries
Sportcraft received nine reports of unexpected acceleration, including five reports of injuries. The injuries included sprains to the back, shoulder and knees, and cuts and abrasions to various parts of the body.
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