Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 11,800 units
Recall No. 18-235 Published September 27, 2018

PowerMill climbers

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. Manufactured by Life Fitness and 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. for $9,000 to $12,000.

PowerMill climbers
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PowerMill climbers

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

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

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerMill climbers and contact Life Fitness for instructions on receiving a free repair. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerLife Fitness, of Rosemont, Ill.
UnitsAbout 11,800
Made inTaiwan
Sold atThrough 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.
Price$9,000 to $12,000

How to reach the firm

Phone
877-423-3253
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.lifefitness.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.