Sportcraft Recall of Treadmills
Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 Treadmills
Date of Recall
2005-07-28CPSC Release Number
05-235Manufactured In
China and TaiwanCompany Phone Number
(800) 526-0244Units
About 12,000Distributor
Sportcraft Ltd., of Mt. Olive, N.J.Sold By
Discount department and other retail stores nationwide from December 2002 through April 2005 for between $350 and $600.Problem/Hazard
The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate and cause users to fall and sustain injuries.Injuries/Incidents
Sportcraft has received 110 reports of unexpected acceleration, 14 of which resulted in minor injuries, including sprains and bruises.Description
This recall includes Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 treadmills. These 155- to 170-pound motorized treadmills are gray in color and can be folded upright for storage. The name "Sportcraft" and product identification of "Tredex 6.0", "TX 440" or "TX 550" are printed on the control console of the treadmill.Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled treadmills immediately and contact Sportcraft to receive a free repair kit.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Sportcraft at (800) 526-0244 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportcraft.comRecall Comments
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