BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets

CPSC Recall #25-177 — March 13, 2025

Recall #25-177 Date: March 13, 2025 Remedy: Replace

Product

BMC-branded Kaius 01 bicycles and framesets

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.

Incidents / Injuries

BMC has received two reports of the V5 fork steerers separating from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.

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.

Units Affected

About 1,300

Sold At

Authorized BMC bicycle dealers nationwide and online from July 2022 through February 2025 for between $4,500 and $12,000.

Manufacturer

BMC Switzerland AG, of Switzerland

Importer

BMC USA Corporation, of Scotts Valley, California

Manufactured In

Taiwan

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Replace. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.