Treadmills (Horizon Fitness) – Performance Issue (2002)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2000/2001 Paragon, Quantum and Omega treadmills
Brand
Horizon Fitness, of DeForest, Wis.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Horizon Fitness, of DeForest, Wis. is recalling 2000/2001 Paragon, Quantum and Omega treadmills. The hazard is: A component of the electronic control panel can malfunction, causing the motor and walking belt to r. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The models included in the recall are the model year 2000/2001 Paragon, Quantum and Omega treadmills. This recall does not include any 2002 model product, which include the Omega II, Quantum II, Paragon II, and Alpine.
Reported concern (CPSC)
A component of the electronic control panel can malfunction, causing the motor and walking belt to rapidly accelerate and the user can lose balance and fall.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these treadmills immediately and contact Horizon Fitness to receive a repair kit and to set up an appointment to receive an in-home repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026