Timemachine 01 bicycles

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. Manufactured by BMC Switzerland AG and sold at Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from September 2016 – June 2018 for $7,000 to $13,000.

What you are looking at

2018 TM01

Image: CPSC recall notice Two more views

Check the label first

Compare every letter, number, space and suffix. A similar-looking product with a different suffix may not be part of this recall.

Affected model numbers

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.

Incident reports to the firm

Injuries reported

SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received four reports of fall incidents in the U.S., including one report of a broken finger.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace

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.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerBMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland

UnitsAbout 430

Made inTaiwan

Sold atAuthorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide

Sales periodSeptember 2016 – June 2018

Price$7,000 to $13,000

How to reach the firm

Phone

888-262-7755

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday

timemachine01_us@bmc-switzerland.com

Recall page

https://www.bmc-switzerland.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.