According to news sources, about 10,000 units of the Elliptical Exercise Trainer distributed by Nautilus Inc. have been recalled due to fall hazards arising from the foot plates on the equipment potentially detaching during usage of the machine.
The company has announced the voluntary recall in cooperation with The U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission after it was found that the foot plates on the equipment can detach, posing a fall hazard for users. The recalled equipment has a model name Schwinn 460 and has handlebars that include heart rate sensors, along with a touch-screen console.
The recalled machine has been sold nationwide from July 2008 through May 2011 for a retail price of about $1,000.
Consumers with the recalled machine should stop using it immediately and contact the company at 800-259-9019 for a free repair kit.
As a product liability lawyer Los Angeles, I’ve seen recalls of this kind in the past and know the severity of the hazards they entail. I hope this information can help raise awareness about this recalled product. If you or a loved one has been injured through the use of a defective product, speak with a personal injury lawyer Los Angeles to learn about the legal options available to you. Please, continue to visit our blog for regular updates about unsafe and dangerous consumer products.
