The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·96182·Announced 1996-08-07

CSA Recalls E-Force Cross Trainer Exercise Machines Due to Weld Cracks

CSA is recalling about 300,000 E-Force Cross Trainer exercise machines because welds may crack or break, causing injuries. Consumers should stop using and destroy the product.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect (cracking welds) that has resulted in reported injuries to consumers, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

CSA Inc. of South Easton, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 300,000 E-Force Cross Trainer exercise machines in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves silver metal machines that resemble a bicycle without wheels, with "E-FORCE Cross Trainer" written on black plastic guards beneath the seat. This recall does not include the E-Force Rider or E-Force Sport models.

The hazard exists because the machine's welds may crack or break, which can result in injuries to consumers. CSA has received 54 reports of people experiencing neck, shoulder, and ankle injuries from using the machines with cracked or separated welds.

The machines were sold by retailers and through infomercials from March 1995 through June 1996 for approximately $180 to $249. Because the firm is out of business, consumers should stop using the machines immediately and destroy or discard the product.

The recalled product

Product
E-Force Cross Trainer Exercise Machine Recall by CSA
Manufacturer
CSA
Category
Consumer Product — Exercise Equipment
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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