Sperax Walking Pad Warning and Walking Pad Recall List: Are Walking Pads Safe?

If you own a Sperax walking pad or treadmill, the short version is simple: unplug it and stop using it. This page sets out exactly what the CPSC said, how to tell whether your pad is affected, what to do next, and how to check any other walking pad against federal safety records. We quote the CPSC figures as published and do not add to them. UnderDeskWalker has never recommended any Sperax product, and we will not while this warning stands.

What the CPSC announced

The CPSC published warning number 26-415 on April 16, 2026, titled "CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Sperax Walking Pads and Treadmills Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Fall, Burn and Fire Hazards". You can read the full notice on the CPSC website. The key facts:

• Products: Sperax walking pads and treadmills, models Pro, Q1, RM-01 and RM-02.
• Hazards: fall, burn and fire. The CPSC says the units can suddenly and unexpectedly change speed and come to an abrupt stop, and can overheat.
• Speed and stability reports: 201 reports of failures such as uncontrollable speed and abrupt stops, with at least 66 falls or injuries, including at least one concussion that needed medical attention.
• Heat reports: 573 reports of overheating, fires and thermal problems, including four reports of minor burns.
• Where sold: Amazon.com, Walmart.com, NewEgg.com and eBay.com.
• Importer: Quanzhou Wentelai Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd., doing business as Sperax, of China.
• Recall status: the importer refused to agree to an acceptable recall.

How to tell if your walking pad is affected

The CPSC describes the products as black with red trim. The model number is on a label near the power switch. Unplug the pad, find that label and look for the Sperax name and one of the four model names: Pro, Q1, RM-01 or RM-02.

One point of confusion: "Q1" is also part of a DeerRun model name, the DeerRun Q1 Mini. The CPSC warning is about Sperax, not DeerRun, so check the brand on the label as well as the model name. (We do not recommend the DeerRun Q1 Mini either, but for a different reason: it appears to be discontinued.) If you bought a pad from an online listing and are unsure of the brand, your order history should name it.

What Sperax owners should do now

1. Stop using it immediately. Do not wait to see whether yours develops a fault; the reported problems include sudden speed changes and abrupt stops, which give no warning.
2. Unplug it. Given the overheating and fire reports, do not leave it plugged in, even when it is folded or stored.
3. Do not sell it or give it away. The CPSC is explicit about this. That includes listing it on marketplaces, donating it or leaving it at the curb for someone to take.
4. Dispose of it. The CPSC says to dispose of the units. A walking pad contains a motor and circuit board, so ask your city or county which electronics or bulky waste service accepts it. Many areas run e-waste drop-offs.
5. Report any incident. If your pad changed speed on its own, stopped abruptly, overheated, smoked or caused an injury, file a report at SaferProducts.gov. You can also call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 800-638-8270).
6. Contact the store you bought it from. Because there is no agreed recall, there is no CPSC-announced refund or repair program. You can still ask the retailer about a refund or return. We cannot tell you what any retailer will offer.

If anyone was hurt, get medical care first and keep the pad, its label and your receipt until you have filed a report.

Why a warning and not a recall?

A recall is normally an agreement between the CPSC and the company, with a remedy such as a refund, repair or replacement. When a company will not agree to an acceptable recall, the CPSC can issue a public warning instead so consumers can protect themselves. That is what happened here. In practice it means you cannot count on Sperax for a fix, which is why the CPSC's advice is to stop using the product and dispose of it.

Walking pad recalls and safety: are walking pads safe?

Sperax is not the only brand to watch. This is the wider picture: walking pad and treadmill recalls and warnings, the real risks, and the safety features worth paying for.

Walking pad and treadmill recalls and warnings

Sperax walking pads (warning, April 2026)

This is the walking pad warning that matters most for desk walkers. The CPSC says it received 201 reports of uncontrollable speed, abrupt stops and similar failures, with at least 66 falls or injuries, including at least one concussion that needed medical attention. It also received 573 reports of overheating, fires and other thermal incidents, including four reports of minor burns. The pads were sold online only, through Amazon.com, Walmart.com, NewEgg.com and eBay.com. The importer, Quanzhou Wentelai Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd., which trades as Sperax, refused to agree to an acceptable recall, so the CPSC issued a warning instead. Our Sperax walking pad warning guide covers the models, refunds and what to do with a Sperax pad.

Horizon T101-05 (recall 2022, record penalty 2026)

The Horizon T101-05 recall is the clearest example of the speed-change hazard. The CPSC says Horizon had received at least 874 reports of the treadmill changing speed or stopping unexpectedly, with 71 reports of injury, including bruises, abrasions and two broken bones. The remedy was a free software repair delivered on a USB stick. On August 4, 2026 the CPSC announced that Johnson Health Tech Trading had agreed to pay a $16.875 million civil penalty for failing to report the defect immediately. That is why the T101 does not appear in our best treadmills for walking.

Matrix and Vision treadmills (power cord fire hazard)

These are full-size treadmills, not walking pads, but the hazard applies to any plug-in machine. The power cord could work loose at the socket and overheat. The January 2026 expansion covers about 47,000 Matrix Retail and Vision home treadmills made from June 2007 through January 2024. The CPSC lists 27 reports of overheating at the cord and socket and no injuries. Owners get a free locking power cord to fit themselves.

Peloton Tread+ (entrapment, 2021)

The Tread+ recall followed one child's death and 72 reports of adults, children, pets or objects being pulled under the rear of the machine, including 29 reports of child injuries. Walking pads are much lower and smaller than the Tread+, but the lesson carries over: a moving belt is not safe around small children or pets, and it should be locked or unplugged when nobody is using it.

Is there a UREVO walking pad recall?

No. When we searched CPSC recalls and warnings on October 29, 2026, we found no recall or warning for any UREVO walking pad or treadmill. Searches for a "UREVO walking pad recall" often turn up the Sperax warning, because both brands sell similar-looking pads on Amazon. They are different companies. Our UREVO walking pad review covers the current models.

In September 2026 we also checked the other walking pad brands we review most, UREVO, Merach, DeerRun, Redliro, Elseluck, Yagud and Goplus, and found no CPSC recall or warning naming their walking pads or treadmills. We found no recall for KingSmith WalkingPad either. ANCHEER had an unrelated 2022 recall of electric bikes, not walking pads. None of this guarantees a model is fault-free. It means no federal recall had been issued when we looked.

Are walking pads safe? The real risks

The CPSC records above point to three hazards. Each one has a simple defense.

1. Sudden speed changes or stops. This hazard caused the Sperax warning and the Horizon and Nautilus recalls. Defense: buy from a brand with a support line and a recall-free record, start every session at a low speed, and keep the safety key clipped to you so the belt stops if you stumble.
2. Overheating and fire. This hazard appears in the Sperax warning and the Matrix recalls. Defense: plug the pad straight into a wall outlet that is not shared with heaters or other high-draw devices, check that the plug is fully seated, keep the motor cover clear of dust and lint, and switch off at the outlet after use. A burning smell, hot plug or melted insulation means stop and contact the maker. Our guide to walking pads on carpet explains why thick carpet can trap heat around the motor.
3. Entrapment. This is the Peloton Tread+ hazard. Defense: keep children and pets away while the belt moves, remove the safety key after use, and store a folding pad where small children cannot reach it.

Weight is a fourth, everyday risk. Using a pad above its rated limit strains the motor and belt. Plan around the lowest published figure, as our walking pad weight limit guide explains.

Walking pad safety features to look for

• Safety key or magnetic clip. It stops the belt when pulled. Many walking pads have one, but not all. If yours does not, keep the remote in your hand at higher speeds.
• Automatic stop or standby. Some pads stop the belt or go to standby when no one is on it. WalkingPad's FAQ describes a standby mode that puts the pad to sleep when you stop walking.
• Soft start. A belt that starts at 0.5 to 1 mph and speeds up gradually is safer than one that jumps to the last speed used.
• A handrail. A handrail helps with balance, especially for older walkers. See our walking pads with a handle.
• Clear documentation. Look for a full manual, a brand website, a US support contact and a safety certification mark such as UL or ETL. ASTM F2115 is the voluntary US standard specification for treadmills. Ask the seller whether a pad has been tested to it.

Walking pad safety at a desk

• Keep desk speeds low. Typing and calls are easiest at about 1 to 2 mph. Our walking pad speed guide explains why.
• Do not let an app change the speed while you work. App races and programs that speed up or stop the belt on their own are a stumble risk when your eyes are on a screen. Our PitPat app guide covers this.
• Leave clear space behind the pad. Our how to use a walking pad guide suggests about 3.3 feet.
• Route cables away from the belt and away from where your feet land when you step off.
• Step off onto the side rails before you stop, reach for something or answer the door. Do not twist to look behind you while the belt is moving.
• Look after the pad. A slipping or drifting belt is a fall risk. See our guides on belt slipping, belt alignment and lubrication.

Buying on Amazon? Our guide to buying walking pads on Amazon shows how to spot listing traps and check the seller before you order.

How to check any walking pad against CPSC records

1. Find the brand and model number on the label of your pad (often near the power switch or on the underside) or in your order confirmation.
2. Go to the CPSC recalls page and use "Search Recalls & Product Safety Warnings". Search the brand name first, then the words "walking pad" and "treadmill". Read warnings as well as recalls; the Sperax notice is a warning.
3. Search SaferProducts.gov, the CPSC's public database of consumer reports ("Report. Search. Protect."). Reports are not verified findings, but repeated reports of the same failure, such as speed changes or overheating, deserve attention.
4. Subscribe to CPSC recall emails from the recalls page so future notices reach you.
5. Check the brand's own website and support pages for any safety notice or firmware update.

Our guide to buying walking pads on Amazon adds seller, warranty and spec checks you can run before ordering.

Warning signs on any walking pad

Whatever brand you own, stop and unplug the pad if you notice any of these, and contact the maker:

• The belt speeds up, slows down or stops without you pressing anything.
• A burning smell, smoke, or a motor cover that is too hot to touch.
• A power cord, plug or outlet that is discolored or warm.
• Repeated error codes or the display resetting during a walk.

A belt that slips under your foot or drifts to one side is usually a maintenance issue rather than a safety defect; see walking pad belt slipping for fixes. Unexpected speed changes are different and should be reported.

Choosing a replacement

If you are replacing a Sperax pad, look for a brand that publishes a manual, a warranty and a US support contact, and that has a clean CPSC record on the day you buy. Our best walking pads guide compares the main options by belt, motor and weight limit, the budget walking pad guide covers lower-cost picks, and the walking pads with a handle guide suits anyone who wants something to hold after a fall scare. None of our guides include Sperax products.