The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12052·Announced 2011-12-06

Nautilus Recalls Schwinn Elliptical Exercise Trainers Due to Fall Hazard

Nautilus is recalling Schwinn 460 elliptical trainers because foot plates can detach, posing a fall hazard. Nine reports of detachment or breakage have been received.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fall hazard) where injury has not yet been reported as severe, fitting the High severity criteria for products with potential for harm but no confirmed serious injuries.

Plain-English summary

Nautilus Inc. is recalling approximately 10,000 units of the Schwinn 460 Elliptical Exercise Trainer. The recall was issued because the foot plates can detach from the machine during use, which poses a fall hazard to the user.

The affected equipment is 73 inches tall and 54 inches long, made of gray anodized aluminum with black rubberized padding on the handlebars. It features a touch-screen console, an adjustable fan, and an orange water bottle holder. The machines were manufactured in China and sold nationwide between July 2008 and May 2011 for approximately $1,000. Retailers included Nautilus.com, Amazon.com, Dick's Sporting Goods, AAFES, and specialty fitness retailers.

Nautilus has received nine reports of foot plates detaching or breaking during use. One incident resulted in a consumer striking his knee. Consumers should stop using the recalled models immediately and contact Nautilus for a free repair kit that includes an extended warranty. For more information, consumers can contact Nautilus toll-free at 800-259-9019 or visit www.schwinn.com.

The recalled product

Product
Elliptical Exercise Trainer
Category
Consumer Product — Exercise Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
10,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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