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CPSC recall · Reported February 28, 2002

CPSC, BikeE Corp. Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycles

The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulting in injury to the rider.

Recall #
02110
Affected scope
About 13,500
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BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore. recalled The recall includes all 1999 through 2001 model BikeE bicycles with 27- inch-tall seat ba… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, BikeE Corp. Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycles was recalled by BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore. in February 28, 2002. Reason: The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulti…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. As the firm is no longer involved…. Verify recall #02110 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulti….

Moderate
severity level
February 28, 2002
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02110 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #02110) was formally reported on February 28, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 13,500.

The documented reason for this recall is: The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulting in injury to the rider. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a recalled bicycle to the dealer from which purchased, but it is up to t… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 13,500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall includes all 1999 through 2001 model BikeE bicycles with 27- inch-tall seat backs, silver-colored seat frames with black mesh seat backs. "BikeE" is written on the frame of these bicycles. Recumbent BikeE bicycles with seat backs lower than 27 inches are not included in this recall. Seats with silver-colored rings around the black plastic clamps that attach the seat to the frame of the bicycle have been repaired or are not part of the recall. CPSC and BikeE announced the recall of 700 recumbent tandem bicycles on November 14, 2001, because the steerer tube on the front forks could separate.

Reason for recall

The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulting in injury to the rider.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a recalled bicycle to the dealer from which purchased, but it is up to the dealer as to whether the repair can be performed, and whether there is a charge.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 02110
Date reported February 28, 2002
Date initiated February 28, 2002
Recalling firm BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore.
Affected scope About 13,500
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a …

  • Check the recall number (02110) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall includes all 1999 through 2001 model BikeE bicycles with 27- inch-tall seat backs, silver-colored seat frames with black mesh seat backs. "BikeE" is written on the frame of these bicycles. Recumbent BikeE bicycles with seat backs lower than 27 inches are not included in this recall. Seats with silver-colored rings around the black plastic clamps that attach the seat to the frame of the bicycle have been repaired or are not part of the recall. CPSC and BikeE announced the recall of 700 recumbent tandem bicycles on November 14, 2001, because the steerer tube on the front forks could separate.. Recalled by BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore.. Units affected: About 13,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulting in injury to the rider.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a recalled bicycle to the dealer from which purchased, but it is up to the dealer as to whether the repair can be performed, and whether there is a charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 28, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02110.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (02110) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported February 28, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.