BowFlex 552, 52.5 LB Adjustable Dumbbells and BowFlex 1090, 90 LB Adju

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 22, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record based solely on the provided source data.

Recall Summary
This recall involves BowFlex branded adjustable dumbbells. The recall was published on June 5, 2025. The recall number is 25311. The recall is conducted by Johnson Health Tech Trading. BowFlex Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection in March 2024. Johnson Health Tech Trading has agreed to provide a remedy for the dumbbells sold by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.) prior to May 2024 as part of this recall. The dumbbells were sold by Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK’S Sporting Goods, and Best Buy stores nationwide and online at www.Bowflex.com and www.Amazon.com as early as 2004 through April 2024 by BowFlex Inc., and from May 2024 through May 2025 by Johnson Health Tech Trading Inc. The units were sold for between $200 and $800. The number of units affected is about 3,844,200. The dumbbells were manufactured in China.

Affected Products
The recall includes the BowFlex Model 552, 52.5 LB Adjustable Dumbbells and the Model 1090, 90 LB Adjustable Dumbbells. The dumbbells were sold in pairs and single units in the color black. They include handles, weight plates, and a molded plastic tray. The Model 552 dumbbells adjust from 5 to 52.5 pounds. The Model 1090 adjusts from 10 to 90 pounds. The dumbbells use manual adjustment knobs while the weights are nested in the base. The model and serial number are printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the molded plastic tray. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall:

– BowFlex 552 Adjustable Dumbbells: 00182M243902233 – 00182M243902592; 00182MAG220200463C – 00182MAG221204535C; 00182SFE213414844C – 00182SFE234002231C; 100182M242800001 – 100182M250201440; 100182MAG20431227C – 100182MAG233500372; 100182P244100067 – 100182P244602976; 100182SFE213709609 – 100182SFE235206276; 100748M243200001 – 100748M244300252; 100748MAG222400734 – 100748MAG23500660; 100748P242900001 – 100748P245205632; 100748SFE220908785 – 100748SFE233513811; X00748MAG233003670 – X00748MAG233003672; X00748SFE233202493 – X00748SFE233203161; Z00748MAG233003670.
– BowFlex 1090 Adjustable Dumbbells: 4551MAG21452813 – 4551MAG23350381; 4551SFE23320001 – 4551SFE23501949.

Hazard Information
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 for units it sold. Nautilus received 337 reports of the plates dislodging during use for units it sold, including 111 resulting in injuries such as concussions, abrasions, broken toes, or contusions.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Bowflex adjustable dumbbells. Consumers should contact Johnson Health Tech Trading for a refund or replacement. Johnson Health Tech Trading is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Official Remedy
For units sold by Johnson Health Tech Trading, consumers can request a refund of the purchase price in the form of a voucher, or a replacement. For units sold by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.), consumers can request a refund in the form of a prorated voucher and a one-year JRNY digital fitness membership. Consumers will be sent a pre-paid shipping label to return the handle and base for each returned dumbbell.

Contact Information
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. Consumers can also email at recall@bowflex.com, or visit www.bowflex.com/recalls or online at www.bowflex.com and click “Recalls” at the bottom of the page.

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