October
8, 2003
Name
of Product: Cybex
or Trotter Treadmill
Units:
33,719
Manufacturer:
Cybex International,
Inc., of Medway, Mass.
Hazard:
Fire hazard
because of overheating and ignition of dust inside the treadmill's hood. The
dust accumulates because of lack of regular maintenance.
Description: Treadmill is black with
gray coloring and has rectangular uprights. It is 69" in length and
30" in width. It has a small display panel that is almost as wide as the
treadmill. The brands and models "Cybex 400T," "Cybex
410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525," or "Trotter
535" are written on the display panel. "CXT+" is another
recalled model but does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.
Sold
At: Cybex
dealers and direct from Cybex International, between September 1993 and October
2001, for about $4,000.
Manufactured
In: U.S.A.
Remedy:
Unplug and
stop using the treadmill immediately. Repairs will be scheduled free of charge
with a certified Cybex service technician.
Consumer Contact: Call Cybex toll-free at (888) 678-3846 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.cybexintl.com/support/recallalert.html