CPSC2025-03-13
BMC Recalls Kaius 01 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall Hazard
BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland
Hazard
The fork steerer tube on the recalled bicycles and framesets can crack, break, or separate during use, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
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.
Sold at
Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide and online from July 2022 through February 2025 for between $4,500 and $12,000.
Affected count
About 1,300
Injuries reported
BMC has received two reports of the V5 fork steerers separating from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets
Consumer 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.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/BMC-Recalls-Kaius-01-Bicycles-and-Framesets-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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