Every recall we track for BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland — 3 in all — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
BMC recalls Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets with V5 forks that can crack, break, or separate during use, causing falls. Affected models sold in specific colors; contact BMC for free fork replacement.
BMC recalls 2018-2019 Teammachine SLR01 DISC bicycles and framesets due to fork steerer tube cracking, risking falls. Affected models have serial numbers starting with 8R17 or 8R18. Consumers must stop using and get free fork replacement.
BMC recalls 2017-2018 Timemachine 01 road bikes due to risk of falls from insufficient front wheel clearance. Consumers must stop using and get a free fork inspection or replacement by September/October 2018.
Complaints and injury reports the public filed with federal agencies, linked to BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland’s recalls — unedited excerpts.
BMC has received two reports of the V5 fork steerers separating from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
BMC has received four reports of the fork steerer tube breaking while in use, with one consumer experiencing a shoulder injury that required hospitalization and surgery, and the other consumer reporting minor scratches and bruising
The firm has received four reports of fall incidents in the U.S., including one report of a broken finger.
