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Product recall · CPSCMay 11, 2023Serious
Peloton Two Million Exercise Bikes
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bike's seat post assembly can break during use, posing fall and injury hazards to the user.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled exercise bikes and contact Peloton for a free repair. Peloton is offering consumers a free seat post that can be self-installed.
Who to contact: Peloton toll-free at 866-679-9129 from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET, 7 days a week or online at https://support.onepeloton.com/hc/en-us/articles/360060446032-Peloton-Recalls-Tread-And-Tread-Full-Details-Here or at www.onepeloton.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for information on how to request the free seat post and instructions for installation.
The product
This recall involves Peloton Bikes with model number PL01. The Peloton Bike measures 4 ft. long x 2 ft. wide, and has an adjustable seat, handlebar, and screen, which tilts up and down to accommodate different heights. The Peloton name and the model number are displayed on the inside front fork, near the flywheel.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2.2 million
- Recall date
- May 11, 2023
- Made or distributed by
- Peloton Interactive Inc., of New York
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Peloton has received 35 reports of the seat post breaking and detaching from the bike during use, including 13 reports of injuries including a fractured wrist, lacerations and bruises due to falling from the bike.
PL01
Peloton and Dick's Sporting Goods stores nationwide and online at Onepeloton.com, Amazon.com and Dicksportinggoods.com from January 2018 through May 2023 for about $1,400.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Peloton Recalls Two Million Exercise Bikes Due to Fall and Injury Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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