Sportcraft Ltd, in coorperation with the CPSC, is voluntarily recalling 320 units of the Tredex 10.0 treadmill. The product was said to have been sold primarily through Dick's Sporting Goods from January 2004 through March 2004 for between $500 and $1400.
The treadmills circuitry can reportedly overheat, causing it to unexpectedly accelerate during use, which may cause the user to fall. Sportcraft received nine reports of unexpected acceleration, including five reports of injuries. The injuries included sprains to the back, shoulder and knees, and cuts and abrasions to various parts of the body.
One consumer reported loss of control resulting in a tip over. The consumer received a black eye, along with cuts and bruises.
Consumers were told to stop using the Tredex 10.0 treadmill immediately and contact Sportcraft for a full refund or a replacement Sportcraft treadmill.
