Timemachine 01 bicycles recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

August 1, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

BMC Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Recall number

18197

Brand / firm

BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland

Sold / distributed

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.

What was recalled

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 to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.