Moderate Recalled March 30, 2006 About 17,000 units Updated August 7, 2024

CPSC, Nautilus Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gyms

The hazard

One end of the leg extension cable can release from the guide pulley and swing around, potentially striking the user or a bystander.

Incidents reported: Nautilus is aware of one incident in which the leg extension cable released, and one incident in which the squat attachment cable became disengaged. No injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately stop using this product. A remedy is no longer available. Dispose of this recalled product.

Contact: For more information, contact Nautilus at (800) 413-3121 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.bowflex.com

About this recall

This recall involves the Bowflex Ultimate 2 home gym, which is an exercise machine equipped with pulleys, tension rods and other equipment, to permit the user to select from among a variety of exercise routines. The name "Bowflex" and the model name "Bowflex Ultimate 2" are on the front of the lat tower and the sides of the main upright frame structure.

Product photos

Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym
Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym

Photos: U.S. CPSC