CPSCMay 15, 2014

BMC Three Models of Bicycles recall: Fall Hazard

BMC Recalls Three Models of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Bicycle Forks Can Break

Why was BMC Three Models of Bicycles recalled?

The bicycle forks can crack or break above the brake mount posing a fall hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled bicycles immediately and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork. Contact: BMC at (800) 819-4262 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.bmc-racing.com and click on "Service" then click on the "Recall page" link or email at [email protected] for more information.

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Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
BMC Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge and Urbanchallenge Bicycles with Aprebic Forks
Company
BMC, of San Diego, Calif.
Quantity
About 160
Sold at
Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from December 2011 to June 2013 for about $1,000.
Recall date
May 15, 2014
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves certain models of Alpenchallenge, Urbanchallenge and Masschallenge bicycles equipped with full carbon Aprebic bike forks model ACC-A704DN50B. The fork model number is printed behind the top arch. Specific bicycle models included in the recall are Alpenchallenge AC01 105 Tiagra, Alpenchallenge AC01 Rival, Masschallenge MC01 Team and the Urbanchallenge UC01 Alfine 11. Both the Alpenchallenge and Urbanchallenge bicycles include the 2012 and 2013 model years. The Masschallenge bicycle includes model year 2012. The model year is printed on the top tube of the bike. The bicycles come in black and yellow, or black and red color combinations.

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