BMC recalls Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge, and Urbanchallenge bicycles with specific Aprebic forks that can crack, causing falls. Consumers must stop using and get a replacement fork.
The bicycle forks can crack or break above the brake mount posing a fall hazard to consumers.
BMC is recalling certain 2012-2013 model bicycles that have a risk of bicycle forks cracking above the brake mount, which could lead to falls. Affected owners should stop using the bikes immediately and get a replacement fork from an authorized dealer.
The bicycle forks can crack or break above the brake mount, which may cause the bike to fall and lead to injuries. This hazard occurs because the forks are made of carbon fiber that can be prone to failure under stress.
Bicycle owners who purchased Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge, or Urbanchallenge models from 2012-2013 with the specific Aprebic forks. Riders using these bikes are at risk of falls if the forks crack.
Check the top tube for the model year (2012 or 2013 for Alpenchallenge/Urbanchallenge, 2012 for Masschallenge). Look for the Aprebic fork model ACC-A704DN50B printed behind the top arch of the bike.
Immediately stop using the recalled bicycles as they can crack and cause falls.
Contact your local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled bicycles immediately and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork.
Alpenchallenge AC01 105 Tiagra, Alpenchallenge AC01 Rival, Masschallenge MC01 Team, and Urbanchallenge UC01 Alfine 11 models from 2012-2013.
Check the top tube for the model year (2012 or 2013 for Alpenchallenge/Urbanchallenge, 2012 for Masschallenge) and look for the Aprebic fork model ACC-A704DN50B printed behind the top arch.
No additional action is needed beyond stopping use and contacting a BMC authorized dealer for a replacement fork.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1686 — BMC BMC Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge and Urbanchallenge Bicycles with Aprebic Forks Hello, I own a BMC Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge and Urbanchallenge Bicycles with Aprebic Forks that is covered by recall 1686 from BMC. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled bicycles immediately and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
