Published by If you own a recalled Peloton Original Series Bike+ and suffered injury from the seat-post failure or related fall, you may be eligible to pursue compensation through a defective product claim.
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What’s the Problem?
The Peloton Original Series Bike+ (model PL02) was recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on November 6, 2025, after the seat-post assembly was found to potentially break during use—posing a serious risk of falls and injuries. [1]
Approximately 833,000 units sold in the U.S. and 44,800 in Canada (serial numbers beginning with “T”; manufactured December 2019 – July 2022) were affected. [2]
The recall follows previous similar seat-post defect issues in 2023 which affected more than 2 million Peloton bikes. [3]
Latest Updates
- November 6, 2025 – CPSC issues official recall 26-067 for Peloton Original Series Bike+ with model number PL02 over seat post breakage and fall hazard. [1]
- November 6, 2025 – Media reports indicate two of three reported incidents resulted in injuries from a seat-post break, prompting broader consumer alert. [4]
- November 7, 2025 – Legal-news platforms announce possibility of latent product liability claims around the recall, though no lawsuit has yet been filed. [5]
Product & Usage Overview
The recalled Peloton PL02 Bike+ units were sold between January 2020 and April 2025 at retail-chains and online platforms—including Peloton.com, Amazon, eBay, and Dick’s Sporting Goods—for approximately $2,495. [6]
The defect concerns the seat-post assembly, which under load or during use may fracture or detach, causing a rider to lose balance, fall, and potentially suffer serious injury.
Injuries & Side Effects
- Fall hazard – Riders may be propelled forward or off the bike when the seat post fails, increasing risk of fractures, contusions or head injuries.
- Reported injuries – The recall identifies three incidents in the U.S., including two that caused injury. [2]
- Broader risk exposure – Failure may affect anyone using the recalled unit—even without pedaling vigorously—due to the structural nature of the defect.
Do You Qualify for a Peloton Bike Recall Lawsuit?
While no class action is confirmed at this time, those who meet the following criteria should consult an attorney:
- You owned or used a recalled Peloton Bike+ (model PL02) with serial number beginning with “T”, sold in the U.S. between January 2020 and April 2025.
- You experienced injury, a fall or lost time due to seat-post breakage while using the bike.
- You have records of purchase or serial number, photographs of the bike, and any documentation of injury or incident.
- Your incident is within your state’s statute of limitations for product-liability claims—often one to three years post-injury or discovery.
Evidence You Should Gather
- Receipt or bank statement showing purchase of the Peloton Bike+ (model PL02).
- Photograph of bike’s serial number and seat-post area showing signs of failure or replacement.
- Medical reports, hospital records, or physician notes for injuries related to a fall from the bike.
- Any correspondence with Peloton regarding the recall or replacement seat-post installation.
Damages You Can Recover
- Medical costs – emergency care, imaging, physical therapy or other treatment related to the fall.
- Lost wages – if you were unable to work following the injury or fall.
- Pain and suffering – physical trauma, psychological distress or long-term impairment stemming from the incident.
- Product costs – original purchase price or related economic loss tied to the defective product.
Legal Theories & Liability Grounds
- Strict product liability – The bike entered the market with a defective seat-post assembly that violated its safe use expectation.
- Negligence – Peloton may have failed to properly test or monitor manufacturing tolerances for the seat post over its service life.
- Failure to warn – The company could be liable for insufficient warnings about the structural risk of seat-post detachment during normal use.
- Breach of warranty – The product was marketed for safe indoor cycling use, yet the defect rendered it dangerous in foreseeable use conditions.
Statute of Limitations & Timing
Legal claims must generally be filed within your state’s deadline—typically one to three years after injury or discovery of defect. Given the recall occurred in November 2025 and the bikes were sold as early as 2020, prompt action is essential to preserve legal rights and necessary evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Has a class-action lawsuit been filed? No public class-action has been filed for this recall yet, but ongoing reports signal potential for coordinated claims. [5]
- What should I do if I have a recalled bike? Stop using it immediately, contact Peloton for the free replacement seat post, and keep evidence of your purchase and any failure. [6]
- Do I need injury to file a claim? Yes—compensation typically requires demonstration of injury, fall or measurable loss caused by the defective product.
Why You Should Act Now
The recall of over 833,000 Peloton bikes in the U.S. alone marks a major consumer-safety event, given the serious fall and injury risks associated with the seat-post defect. If you own or used one of the affected units and suffered a related injury, speaking with a product-liability lawyer promptly is your best step to protect your rights and preserve evidence. With deadlines approaching and evidence at risk of being lost or altered, early consultation is critical.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Peloton-Recalls-Original-Series-Bike-Exercise-Bikes-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-Hazards
- https://www.reuters.com/business/peloton-recalls-about-833000-bikes-over-seat-safety-risk-2025-11-06/
- https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/peloton-warns-customers-to-immediately-stop-using-bikes-recalls-nearly-900-000-due-to-fall-and-injury-risk
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/11/06/peloton-bike-recall/
- https://www.aboutlawsuits.com/peloton-original-series-bike-recall-fall-injuries-cpsc/
- https://www.eatingwell.com/peloton-bikes-recalled-nationwide-11845076