CPSC, Fitness Quest Inc. Announce Recall of "Total Gym" Exercise Machines
This recall was issued May 16, 2002.
- Posted
- May 16, 2002
- Recall Number
- 02160
- Quantity
- About 310,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The handles on these exercise machines can detach during use and the cable attached to the handles can break, resulting in injury to the user.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using these exercisers immediately and contact Fitness Quest to order a free repair kit.
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Incidents & Injuries
CPSC and Fitness Quest have received about 400 reports of the handles and cables on these exercise machines breaking, resulting in 30 reports of injuries, including lacerations and abrasions.