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BMC Recalls Kaius 01 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #25177
BMC Recalls Kaius 01 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall Hazard
BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland · BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets
Product Description
This recall involves all BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets. The bikes and framesets were sold in Peacock Spider, Carbon Black/Brushed Blue, Purple/White, White/Black, Turquoise/Black, Saffron/Black and Stone Grey colors. The brand BMC is printed on the downtube. Only bicycles and framesets with a V5 fork are affected by the recall and require a replacement fork.
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.
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Reported Injuries
BMC has received two reports of the V5 fork steerers separating from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 1,300 of BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets was announced on March 13, 2025 by the CPSC. The fork steerer tube on the recalled bicycles and framesets can crack, break, or separate during use, posing a fall hazard. BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should receive a free replacement by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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