Latest Updates
April 16, 2026 – The CPSC warned consumers to immediately stop using Sperax walking pads and treadmills models Pro, Q1, RM-01, and RM-02 due to fall, burn, and fire hazards after receiving 201 reports of speed control failures causing at least 66 falls or injuries, plus 573 reports of overheating, fires, and thermal incidents including four minor burns. Quanzhou Wentelai Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd., doing business as Sperax, refused to agree to an acceptable recall.[1]
Company Refused to Recall
Sperax outright refused to agree to an acceptable recall despite overwhelming evidence of dangerous defects. When manufacturers refuse to protect consumers, the CPSC issues rare public warnings telling people to stop using products immediately.
201 Speed Control Failures
The CPSC documented 201 separate incidents of uncontrollable speed changes and abrupt stops. These aren’t minor glitches—they’re sudden failures that throw users off moving treadmills without warning.
66 Falls and Injuries
At least 66 people fell or suffered injuries from the speed control failures. One person sustained a concussion severe enough to require medical attention—that’s traumatic brain injury from a walking pad malfunction.
The Sudden Speed Change Hazard
Walking pads that suddenly accelerate create immediate fall danger. Users walking at 2 mph don’t expect the belt to suddenly jump to 5 mph—their feet can’t keep pace and they get thrown backward or sideways off the machine.
Abrupt Stop Failures
Treadmills that stop without warning pitch users forward violently. Momentum carries the body forward while the belt stops dead, causing face-first falls onto the machine or floor ahead.
573 Fire and Overheating Reports
Beyond fall hazards, the CPSC received 573 reports of overheating, fires, and thermal incidents. Four people suffered minor burns—likely from touching overheated surfaces or being near ignition points.
Four Models Affected
The warning covers Sperax Pro, Q1, RM-01, and RM-02 models. All four share the same dangerous speed control and fire defects despite different model designations.
Black with Red Trim
The walking pads and treadmills are black with red trim, marketed and sold under the Sperax brand name. Model numbers appear on labels near the power switch.
Sold Through Major Platforms
These defective machines sold through Amazon.com, Walmart.com, NewEgg.com, and eBay.com. Major e-commerce platforms distributed hundreds or thousands of dangerous treadmills to American consumers.
Made in China
Quanzhou Wentelai Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd. manufactures these walking pads in China and imports them to the United States. The company chose profit over safety by refusing the recall.
No Remedy Available
Because Sperax refused to recall the products, there’s no repair or replacement program. Consumers must simply stop using the machines immediately and dispose of them.
Do Not Sell or Give Away
The CPSC explicitly warns consumers not to sell or give away these hazardous products. Passing dangerous treadmills to someone else just transfers the fall and fire risk.
The Warning vs. Recall Distinction
Consumer safety warnings are rare and serious—the CPSC only issues them when manufacturers refuse to cooperate on recalls. Warnings carry the same message as recalls: stop using the product immediately.
Company Objects to Warning
Under federal law, the CPSC must note that Sperax objects to the press release. The company’s objection doesn’t change the facts: 201 speed failures, 66 injuries, 573 fire reports, and a refusal to fix the problem.
Indoor Exercise Equipment Dangers
Walking pads marketed for convenient indoor exercise become hazards when speed controls fail. People use these machines in homes, apartments, and offices where sudden falls can cause injuries on hard floors or nearby furniture.
Concussion Risks from Falls
At least one reported concussion means someone hit their head hard enough during a treadmill fall to cause traumatic brain injury. Concussions can have lasting effects including headaches, dizziness, memory problems, and cognitive impairment.
The Overheating Progression
Overheating incidents often precede fires—motors or electrical components get hot, then start smoking, then ignite. With 573 thermal incidents reported, many users experienced warning signs before actual fires.
Minor Burns Still Require Treatment
Four “minor” burns still means people touched surfaces hot enough to damage skin. Burns from overheated treadmills can occur during normal use or when attempting to move or inspect malfunctioning machines.
E-Commerce Platform Responsibility
Amazon, Walmart, NewEgg, and eBay sold these defective products to consumers. While Sperax manufactures the dangerous machines, platforms that profit from sales bear some responsibility for distributing hazards.
Disposal Challenges
Treadmills are large, heavy items that can’t go in regular trash. Consumers must figure out how to safely dispose of 50+ pound machines with defective electrical components and potential fire hazards.
Contact an Attorney
If you were injured falling from a Sperax walking pad or treadmill, or if your Sperax machine caught fire and caused property damage or burns, contact a product liability attorney immediately. Preserve the machine exactly as it is (following fire safety protocols if damaged), photograph all injuries and product damage, save all medical records, and keep purchase receipts and correspondence with retailers or Sperax.
References
1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Sperax-Walking-Pads-and-Treadmills-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-Fall-Burn-and-Fire-Hazards