Reported Mar 13, 2025
BMC Recalls Kaius 01 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall Hazard
BMC Switzerland AG of Switzerland
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized BMC dealer for a free inspection and a free replacement of the forks. BMC is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Firm contact: BMC USA toll-free at 888-262-7755 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at kaius-fork-recall-USA@BMC-Switzerland.com, or online at www.bmc-switzerland.com/pages/platform/kaius-01-voluntary-recall or www.BMC-Switzerland.com and click on "Learn More" under the "Voluntary Recall for Inspection" banner at the top of the webpage.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets
- Amount recalled
- About 1,300
Where it was sold
Sold at Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide and online from July 2022 through February 2025 for between $4,500 and $12,000..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The fork steerer tube on the recalled bicycles and framesets can crack, break, or separate during use, posing a fall hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: BMC has received two reports of the V5 fork steerers separating from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
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