BMC Recalls Three Models of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Bicycle Forks Can Break
Source: CPSC Recall #14183
Recall Date
2014-05-15
Manufacturer
BMC, of San Diego, Calif.
Units Affected
About 160
Products Involved
BMC Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge and Urbanchallenge Bicycles with Aprebic Forks
Hazard
The bicycle forks can crack or break above the brake mount posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled bicycles immediately and contact their local BMC authorized dealer for instructions on receiving a replacement fork.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from December 2011 to June 2013 for about $1,000.
Manufactured In
Taiwan
Full Recall Description
The recall involves certain models of Alpenchallenge, Urbanchallenge and Masschallenge bicycles equipped with full carbon Aprebic bike forks model ACC-A704DN50B. The fork model number is printed behind the top arch. Specific bicycle models included in the recall are Alpenchallenge AC01 105 Tiagra, Alpenchallenge AC01 Rival, Masschallenge MC01 Team and the Urbanchallenge UC01 Alfine 11. Both the Alpenchallenge and Urbanchallenge bicycles include the 2012 and 2013 model years. The Masschallenge bicycle includes model year 2012. The model year is printed on the top tube of the bike. The bicycles come in black and yellow, or black and red color combinations.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28