Reported Aug 1, 2018
BMC Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
BMC Switzerland AG of Switzerland
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bikes and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for a free inspection and, if needed, a free replacement fork. Until the replacement forks are available in September/October 2018, the firm is providing consumers with a free 23C replacement tire, if needed, to ensure adequate clearance.
Firm contact: BMC toll-free at 888-262-7755 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at timemachine01_us@bmc-switzerland.com or online at https://www.bmc-switzerland.com and click on the recall on the home page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Timemachine 01 bicycles
- Amount recalled
- About 430
Where it was sold
Sold at Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from September 2016 through June 2018 for between $7,000 and $13,000..
Why it was recalled
Variations in tire dimension, tire pressure, head set play and ride load, can result in insufficient space between the front wheel and downtube, posing a fall hazard.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: The firm has received four reports of fall incidents in the U.S., including one report of a broken finger.
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