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Outdoor & Sports/Bicycles & Scooters

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

Agency Publication Date: May 15, 2014
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Summary

BMC has recalled about 160 Alpenchallenge, Urbanchallenge, and Masschallenge bicycles equipped with full carbon Aprebic bike forks. The bicycle forks can crack or break during use, which can lead to a sudden loss of control. The affected models include the 2012-2013 Alpenchallenge AC01 (105 Tiagra and Rival), the 2012-2013 Urbanchallenge UC01 Alfine 11, and the 2012 Masschallenge MC01 Team. These bicycles were sold in black and yellow or black and red color combinations at authorized BMC dealers nationwide between December 2011 and June 2013. BMC is providing free replacement forks through authorized dealers.

Risk

The bicycle's front carbon fork can crack or break above the brake mount, causing the rider to lose control and fall. While no injuries have been reported, a fork failure during operation poses a significant risk of serious injury.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop riding the recalled BMC Alpenchallenge, Urbanchallenge, or Masschallenge bicycles.
  2. Check the top tube of your bicycle for the model year (2012 or 2013) and model name.
  3. Inspect the bicycle fork for the model number ACC-A704DN50B, which is printed behind the top arch of the fork.
  4. If your bicycle is affected, contact your local BMC authorized dealer to schedule a free replacement of the fork.
  5. For additional information, contact BMC at (800) 819-4262 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email infousa@bmc-switzerland.com, or visit www.bmc-racing.com and click on 'Service' then 'Recall page'.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 for further questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Replace

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 infousa@bmc-switzerland.com for more information.

Affected Products

Product: BMC Alpenchallenge AC01 105 Tiagra Bicycle
Model:
AC01 105 Tiagra
ACC-A704DN50B (Fork)
Date Ranges: 2012 - 2013, Sold December 2011 - June 2013
Product: BMC Alpenchallenge AC01 Rival Bicycle
Model:
AC01 Rival
ACC-A704DN50B (Fork)
Date Ranges: 2012 - 2013, Sold December 2011 - June 2013
Product: BMC Masschallenge MC01 Team Bicycle
Model:
MC01 Team
ACC-A704DN50B (Fork)
Date Ranges: 2012, Sold December 2011 - June 2013
Product: BMC Urbanchallenge UC01 Alfine 11 Bicycle
Model:
UC01 Alfine 11
ACC-A704DN50B (Fork)
Date Ranges: 2012 - 2013, Sold December 2011 - June 2013

Product Images

Black and Yellow Aprebic Bike Fork

Black and Yellow Aprebic Bike Fork

Black and Red Aprebic Bike Fork

Black and Red Aprebic Bike Fork

Alpenchallenge Rival Bicycle

Alpenchallenge Rival Bicycle

Alpenchallenge  Tiagra Bicycle

Alpenchallenge Tiagra Bicycle

Masschallenge Bicycle

Masschallenge Bicycle

Urbanchallenge Bicycle

Urbanchallenge Bicycle

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 14183
Status: Active
Sold By: Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from December 2011 to June 2013 for about $1,000.
Manufactured In: Taiwan
Units Affected: About 160
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: BMC, of San Diego, Calif.
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 infousa@bmc-switzerland.com for more information.
Agency Last Updated: January 9, 2015

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