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Stair-Step Machines Recalled – Fall Hazard
December 12th, 2016 by thomasjhenry
Johnson Health Tech North America has recalled around 10,500 Matrix ClimbMills, a stair-step exercise machine that could pose a fall hazard to its users.
The CPSC recommends that consumers stop using the ClimbMills immediately to avert fall hazard.
Consumers can contact Johnson Health Tech North America for a free repair. The company is also contacting purchasers directly.
Incidents and Injuries Reported
The manufacturer has received 19 incident reports about this malfunction.
Eight of these detailed injuries like scrapes, bumps, and shoulder dislocation.
Description of the Recalled ClimbMills
The following information was provided by the CPSC:
The Matrix ClimbMills have four steps, are black and gray in color, and have “Matrix” printed on the side.
The company is only recalling the stair-step exercise machines that have the words “STOP” and “Pause” printed on the right handgrip.
The frame serial numbers can be found on the bottom front of the base near the power switch.
The machines were sold by Johnson Health Tech North America and affiliated fitness equipment dealers from December 2011 to September 2015. They sold for between $8,000 and $13,000.
Commercial buyers of the Matrix ClimbMills have included health clubs, hotels, apartment complexes, rehabilitation centers, schools, and municipal facilities.