The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1131-2014·Announced 2014-03-12

AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill Accessory Shorts Recalled for Unapproved Material

AlterG, Incorporated is recalling 2,221 accessory shorts for the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill because unapproved material caused them to stretch unusually, making them uncomfortable for patients.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the source text describes the hazard as discomfort due to stretching rather than a risk of serious injury or death, aligning with the criteria for moderate severity involving low-risk issues or voluntary precautionary actions.

Plain-English summary

AlterG, Incorporated is recalling 2,221 accessory shorts designed for use with the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill. The recall affects Product M320 with lot numbers XIN1212, XIN0413, XIN0213, XIN0313, and XIN0413. These devices were distributed nationwide in the United States and in Australia, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, France, Denmark, Switzerland, Poland, the Slovak Republic, Austria, and the United Arab Emirates.

The recall was initiated because a vendor used unapproved material in a subset of the shorts. This material caused the shorts to stretch more than usual, resulting in discomfort for patients using the equipment for rehabilitation.

Consumers should stop using the affected accessory shorts and contact AlterG, Incorporated for further instructions or a replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Accessory shorts for the AlterG Anti-Gravity treadmill. Use with the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill for rehabilitation.
Affected units
2,221

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (5)

  • Product M320
  • Accessory Shorts with lot numbers XIN1212
  • XIN0413
  • XIN0213
  • XIN0313 and XIN0413

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.