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

Reported: May 15, 2014 Initiated: May 15, 2014 #14183

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.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled bicycles immediately and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork.

Details

Units Affected
About 160
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/BMC-Recalls-Three-Models-of-Bicycles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Units affected: About 160.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The bicycle forks can crack or break above the brake mount posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled bicycles immediately and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 15, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14183.

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