CPSC Recall in 2017: Core Health & Fitness Recalls Exercise Machines Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-755

Date: July 12, 2017

Product Name: Exercise machines

Recall Description:

This recall involves five styles of Inspiration® Cable Cross Over and Dual Adjustable Pulley machines installed primarily in fitness centers and gyms.  The units are stainless steel adjustable pulleys with single hand adjustment designs and high-low cable positioning components. “Inspiration” is printed on each Dual Adjustable Pulley model, and “Star Trac” or “Nautilus” is printed on the Cable Cross Over models.

Hazard Description:

The height adjusting carriage assembly can loosen and fall on the consumer, posing an impact hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 3,600

Incidents:

The firm has received 48 reports of the height-adjusting carriage assemblies loosening and falling, resulting in 31 reports of injuries, including cuts requiring staples or stitches.

Sold At:

Manufactured In:

China and United States

Custom Label:

Sold by:

Custom Field:

Core distributors nationwide from November 2010 through April 2017, and by Unisen distributors from 2001 to 2010 for between $2,700 and $8,400. 