BMC Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 18197 · Aug 1, 2018 · Bmc
430
units affected
430
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18197
- Date
- Aug 1, 2018
- Company
- Bmc
- Units affected
- 430
- Product
- Timemachine 01 bicycles
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves all model year 2017 and 2018 Timemachine 01 bicycles and model year 2018 Timemachine 01 framesets. The product is a road bike for triathlons and time trials. BMC is printed on the downtube. Timemachine 01 is printed in glossy black letters on the flat black top tube. The bikes were sold in red, yellow and black. Model Year Model Description 2018 Timemachine 01 ONE 2018 Timemachine 01 TWO 2018 Timemachine 01 THREE 2018 Timemachine 01 Frameset 2017 Timemachine 01 Red e-tap 2017 Timemachine 01 Ultegra Di2
What can happen
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 fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received four reports of fall incidents in the U.S., including one report of a broken finger.
- Sold at
- Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from September 2016 through June 2018 for between $7,000 and $13,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled timemachine 01 bicycles?
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.
What is the hazard?
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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.