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Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BowFlex Adjustable Dumbbells Recalled Due To Impact Hazard
Johnson Health Tech Trading, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 3.8 million BowFlex 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells due to an impact hazard. The weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use, posing a risk of injury. The recall involves BowFlex 552 (52.5-pound) and 1090 (90-pound) adjustable dumbbells, sold in pairs and single units. These black dumbbells include handles, weight plates, and a molded plastic tray. The model 552 adjusts from 5 to 52.5 pounds, and the model 1090 adjusts from 10 to 90 pounds using manual adjustment knobs while nested in the base. The model and serial numbers are printed on a sticker on the bottom of the plastic tray. A full list of affected serial numbers is available at 'BowFlex Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection in March 2024,' the CPSC stated. 'Johnson Health Tech Trading has agreed to provide a remedy for the 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells sold by BowFlex Inc., (formerly Nautilus Inc.), prior to May 2024 as a part of this recall.' Johnson Health Tech Trading reported 12 incidents of plates dislodging with no injuries for the units it sold. Nautilus reported 337 incidents, including 111 injuries such as concussions, abrasions, broken toes, or contusions. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dumbbells and contact Johnson Health Tech Trading for a remedy. For units sold by Johnson Health Tech Trading, consumers can receive a refund voucher or a replacement. For units sold by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.), consumers can request a prorated refund voucher and a one-year JRNY digital fitness membership. A pre-paid shipping label will be provided to return the handle and base. Johnson Health Tech Trading is contacting known purchasers directly. The dumbbells were sold at Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Best Buy, Costco, and online at and from 2004 through April 2024 by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.) and from May 2024 through May 2025 by Johnson Health Tech Trading for $200 to $800. Consumers can contact Johnson Health Tech Trading toll-free at 800-209-3539 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, email recall@ or visit or and click 'Product Recalls' at the bottom of the page. The dumbbells were manufactured in China. The recall number is 25-311.
The Independent
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Millions of dumbbell owners urged to stop using product ‘immediately'
Nearly four million BowFlex dumbbells have been recalled after over 300 complaints, including more than 100 injury claims, were filed. The recalled products are BowFlex 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells, sold at Costco, Best Buy, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Amazon. Injuries reported include concussions, abrasions, broken toes, and contusions due to the dumbbells dislodging during use. Johnson Health Tech Trading advises customers to immediately stop using the dumbbells immediately and seek a refund or voucher, contacting purchasers directly. Customers have expressed frustration with the recall process, particularly regarding the disposal of the weights and the value of the compensation offered, especially given BowFlex Inc.'s bankruptcy filing in March 2024.
CNET
05-06-2025
- Business
- CNET
Set the Weights Down: BowFlex Adjustable Dumbbells Are Being Recalled. Here's What to Know
The gains can wait: If you have a set of BowFlex 552 or 1090 Adjustable Dumbbells, you'll want to put them down and listen up. Customers have reported the weight plates coming off during use, resulting in potential impact hazards. Here's everything you should know about the recall and how to receive a replacement set. Read the full press release regarding the recall here. What products are being recalled? As of June 5, 2025, Johnson Health Tech Trading has voluntarily recalled over 3.8 million units of the BowFlex 552, 52.5-pound Adjustable Dumbbells and BowFlex 1090, 90-pound Adjustable Dumbbells. 3.7 million of these were sold by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus, Inc). These black dumbbells with red accents include handles, weight plates and a plastic tray. The 552 dumbbells have adjustable weights from five to 52.5 pounds, while the 1090 dumbbells adjust from 10 to 90 pounds. The model and serial number are on the underside of the plastic tray. A full list of serial and model numbers included in the recall can be found on the US Consumer Product Safety Commission website. The serial number is located on the bottom of the BowFlex 552 and 1090 Adjustable Dumbbells. Pictured here is the 1090 model. Johnson Health Tech Trading/US CPSC The recall includes dumbbells purchased from Johnson Health Tech Trading, or an authorized retailer between April 23, 2024, and May 2025, as well as sets purchased from Nautilus, Inc. or another authorized retailer (including Dick's Sporting Goods and Best Buy) prior to April 23, 2024 -- going back as far as 2004. Why are they being recalled? The reported issue is that the weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use, posing an impact hazard. Johnson Health Tech Trading has received 12 reports of the plates dislodging during use, with no injuries. Now-defunct Nautilus received 337 reports of the plates coming off during use, resulting in 111 people suffering injuries such as concussions, contusions, abrasions or broken toes. According to Johnson Health Tech Trading in a company statement, 'We stand behind the integrity of our products and remain committed to supporting our customers throughout their fitness journey. A proactive and broad initiation of this voluntary recall is consistent with our fundamental mission to serve consumers with high-quality and durable fitness equipment.' In response to the reports, Johnson Health has developed safer versions of the 552 and 1090 dumbbells designed to comply with stricter safety standards. These replacement models are the BowFlex Results Series 552 SelectTech Dumbbells and Results Series 1090 SelectTech Dumbbells. Customers who purchased their dumbbells from Nautilus can use a prorated refund voucher toward buying the new dumbbells once they are available. What should you do? The first step is to stop using your dumbbells immediately if you own either of these two models. The second step is to fill out the claim form on BowFlex's website. You will need the following information to complete the form: Your contact and mailing information Purchase details (date and place of purchase) Product information (model and serial number) Once your claim has been verified, you will receive a prepaid shipping label and box to return the handles and base of your dumbbell set. The company expects to start shipping out these boxes in July. If you have been injured by your BowFlex dumbbells, you should immediately report the injury to the CPSC by filling out the "report an unsafe product" form on its website. If you have any questions about this recall, you can contact Johnson Health Tech Trading at 800-209-3539 or email at recall@
