CPSC Recall in 2018: Life Fitness Recalls PowerMill Climber Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-235

Date: September 27, 2018

Product Name: PowerMill climbers

Recall Description:

This recall involves Life Fitness PowerMill climbers models PMA, PFB, PMD, PFD, PMH, and PFH. The model letters appear at the front of the serial number on the bottom right of the unit, on the inside of the “step-up” support. The climbers were manufactured and distributed from 2014 through 2018.  Life Fitness is printed on the side panels of the machines.  The climber machines have a moving mechanical staircase (similar to an escalator) with rotating steps between two handrails.

Hazard Description:

Electrical arcing can occur if liquid enters the power receptacle at the front of the climbers, resulting in sparking and smoking, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 11,800

Incidents:

The firm has received eight reports of the PowerMill climbers smoking and sparking, resulting in fire and property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Through Life Fitness direct sales representatives and fitness equipment dealers to commercial fitness facilities from July 2014 to August 2018 for between $9,000 and $12,000.                        

Manufactured In:

Taiwan