CPSC Recall in 2014: BMC Recalls Three Models of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Bicycle Forks Can Break

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2014.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-183

Date: May 15, 2014

Product Name: BMC Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge and Urbanchallenge Bicycles with Aprebic Forks

Recall Description:

The bicycle forks on BMC Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge and Urbanchallenge bikes can crack or break above the brake mount.

Hazard Description:

The bicycle forks can crack or break above the brake mount posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 160

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide from December 2011 to June 2013 for about $1,000.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan