By Steve Levine
Published: June 14, 2025 · Updated: June 12, 2026
Remedy
Refund voucher or replacement
Replacement or full-price voucher plus a one-year JRNY membership for purchases on or after April 23, 2024; prorated refund voucher plus a one-year JRNY membership for earlier purchases — the handle and base must be returned
Claim Deadline
June 4, 2028
Per BowFlex's official dumbbell recall page, claims must be submitted by June 4, 2028
Recall Date
June 2025
Affected dumbbells were sold from as early as 2004 through May 2025
Units Affected
About 3.8 million (552 and 1090 models)
Hazard
Impact injury
Weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use — over 100 reported injuries, including concussions, abrasions, broken toes, and contusions
Documentation Required
Yes
Serial number from the sticker on the bottom of the molded plastic tray, proof of purchase, and photos of the dumbbells if requested
Bowflex, Nautilus and Johnson Health Tech Trading have announced a major recall of about 3.8 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells, including the popular 552 (52.5 LB) and 1090 (90 LB) models. The recall was issued due to a defect that can cause the weight plates to dislodge from the handle during use, posing a serious impact hazard. This defect has resulted in over 100 reported injuries, including concussions, abrasions, broken toes, and contusions. The affected dumbbells were sold nationwide from as early as 2004 through May 2025, both as single units and in pairs, at retailers such as Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Best Buy, and online at Bowflex.com and Amazon.com, with prices ranging from $200 to $800, usually around $500 for a set of adjustable dumbbells.
You may qualify for a payout refund, voucher, or free fitness membership if you purchased BowFlex 552 or 1090 adjustable dumbbells in the United States between 2004 and May 2025, regardless of whether you bought them as a single dumbbell or a pair, and regardless of the retailer.
This recall affects BowFlex 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells sold from 2004 to May 2025 due to a defect that can cause weight plates to fall off, posing a serious injury risk.
• If you purchased your dumbbells on or after April 23, 2024 (units sold by Johnson Health Tech Trading): You are eligible for a replacement or a voucher for the full purchase price, plus a complimentary one-year JRNY digital fitness membership.
• If you purchased before April 23, 2024 (units sold by Nautilus, Inc.): You can receive a prorated refund voucher plus a complimentary one-year JRNY digital fitness membership.
The amount of your voucher will depend on the original purchase price and the age of your dumbbells. Johnson Health Tech Trading will provide a pre-paid shipping label so you can return the handle and base for each recalled dumbbell. According to BowFlex's official dumbbell recall page, claims must be submitted by June 4, 2028 — file as early as possible.
To file a claim:
• Visit the official BowFlex recall page with the claim form.
• Provide your serial number (found on a sticker on the bottom of the molded plastic tray), proof of purchase, and photos of your dumbbells.
• Submit the claim form online.
• You will receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the handle and base.
Which BowFlex dumbbells are being recalled?
About 3.8 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells are recalled, including the 552 (52.5 lb) and 1090 (90 lb) models. They were sold nationwide from as early as 2004 through May 2025, as single units and in pairs, at retailers such as Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Best Buy, and online at Bowflex.com and Amazon.com, for $200 to $800.
Why are BowFlex 552 and 1090 dumbbells being recalled?
A defect can cause the weight plates to dislodge from the handle during use, posing a serious impact hazard. The defect has resulted in over 100 reported injuries, including concussions, abrasions, broken toes, and contusions.
What remedy does the BowFlex dumbbell recall offer?
If you purchased your dumbbells on or after April 23, 2024 (units sold by Johnson Health Tech Trading), you are eligible for a replacement or a voucher for the full purchase price, plus a complimentary one-year JRNY digital fitness membership. If you purchased before April 23, 2024 (units sold by Nautilus, Inc.), you can receive a prorated refund voucher plus a complimentary one-year JRNY membership. The voucher amount depends on the original purchase price and the age of your dumbbells, and the handle and base must be returned with the pre-paid shipping label.
Is there a deadline to file a BowFlex recall claim?
Yes. According to BowFlex's official dumbbell recall page, claims must be submitted by June 4, 2028. File as early as possible — the deadline applies to the recall remedies, including the complimentary one-year JRNY membership.
How do I file a BowFlex recall claim?
Visit the official BowFlex recall page, provide your serial number (found on a sticker on the bottom of the molded plastic tray), proof of purchase, and photos of your dumbbells, and submit the claim form online. You will receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the handle and base.
Is proof required to file a BowFlex recall claim?
Yes. You must provide the serial number(s) of your BowFlex 552 or 1090 dumbbells and proof of purchase, such as a receipt or order confirmation. Photos of the dumbbells may be requested to verify eligibility.
• CPSC Recall Notice — Johnson Health Tech Trading Recalls BowFlex Adjustable Dumbbells Due to Impact Hazard
• BowFlex — Official Recall Page
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Remedy
Refund voucher or replacement
Recalling Company
Johnson Health Tech Trading / Nautilus, Inc.
Agency
CPSC
Claim Deadline
June 4, 2028
Recall Date
June 2025