Recall published

Topics

Vehicles (unregistered or off-road)
Bicycles and scooters (push)

Product description

The models listed below are affected by the bicycle fork recall:
Alpenchallenge AC01105/Tiagra MY2012/2013
Alpenchallenge AC01 Rival Model MY2012/2013*
Ubranchallenge UC01 Afine 11 MY 2012/2013
Mass Challenge MC01 Team MY2012*

* These models were not sold in Australia, but could have been imported directly by end users.

See a list of details to help identify the product

2012 AC01 105 Tiagra Model Bicycle
2012 UC01 model bicycle 2013 AC01 105 Tiagra Model Bicycle 2013 UC01 11 Speed Model Bicycle

Reason the product is recalled

The fork may break during use.

The hazards to consumers

If the fork breaks during use, this may lead to loss of control of the bicycle and result in fall injuries.

What consumers should do

Cease using the bicycle immediately. BMC Switzerland will contact affected consumers with a resolution. Owners of affected bicycles that were not purchased in Australia should contact Echelon Sports to discuss how to obtain a remedy.

For further information, contact Echelon Sports on (07) 3902 1165 or email info@echelonsports.com.au.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Echelon Sports

Who sold the product

Independent bicycle stores

Identifying product features

BMC EVO aprebic fork (ACC-A704DN50B)

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

BMC EVO aprebic fork (ACC-A704DN50B)

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Print supporting information

Recall Notice.pdf 225.48 KB

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2013/13666 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.