Matrix ClimbMills recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

November 29, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Johnson Health Tech Recalls Matrix ClimbMills Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17715

Brand / firm

Johnson Health Tech North America, of Cottage Grove, Wis.

Sold / distributed

Johnson Health Tech North America and its commercial fitness equipment dealers nationwide from December 2011 through September 2015 for between $8,000 and $13,000.

Why it was recalled

The stop/pause controls on the right handgrip can malfunction, posing a fall hazard to the user.

What was recalled

This recall involves Matrix ClimbMill stair-step exercise machines with the following frame serial numbers: Serial Numbers CS17111100102 - CS17120901766 CS21130800080 - CS21130500062 CS22130602881 - CS22130602863 CS23130800001 - CS23140703749 CS23B131100001 - CS23B140701050 CS24140700001 - CS24150702803 CS24C140800001 - CS24C150200900 CS24H150100001 - CS24H150500049 Only ClimbMills that have a right handgrip with the words "STOP" and "Pause" printed on them are included in this recall. The frame serial numbers are located on the bottom front of the base near the power switch. The ClimbMills are black and gray with Matrix printed on the side of the machine. These four-step exercise machines are used in commercial fitness facilities such as health clubs, hotels, apartment complexes, rehabilitation centers, schools, and municipal facilities.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ClimbMills and contact Johnson Health Tech North America to schedule a free repair. Johnson is contacting purchasers of the recalled ClimbMills directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.