CPSC, The Nautilus Group Announce Recall to Repair Bowflex Power Pro and Ultimate Fitness Machines

This recall was issued November 16, 2004.

Company: The Nautilus Group, Of Vancouver, Wash.
Posted: November 16, 2004
Recall Number: 05048
Quantity: 680,000 Power Pro units and 102,000 Ultimate units
Official Source: View on CPSC website ↗

Reason for Recall

The seat pin on the Power Pro with "Lat Tower" and Ultimate models can break or become disengaged, allowing the seat to move suddenly. Also, the incline support bracket on the Power Pro without a "Lat Tower" can break, allowing the incline bench to move suddenly. Both hazards pose a fall risk to the user.

Action Taken

The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.

Product Images

Recalled Bowflex Power Pro Fitness Machine

Recalled Bowflex Ultimate Fitness Machine

Incidents & Injuries

Nautilus has received 46 reports of the seat pin failure, including two serious injuries requiring stitches to the head. Additionally, Nautilus received 42 reports of the incline support bracket failure including injuries to the back, neck and head.