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USA Today
24-03-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
Segway recalls 220,000 scooters that pose a fall hazard: See the affected products
Segway recalls 220,000 scooters that pose a fall hazard: See the affected products Show Caption Hide Caption Ford recalls over 270,000 vehicles due to battery concern, NHTSA says The Ford recall impacts certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick pickup trucks. Fox - 26 Houston Segway is recalling about 220,000 of its scooters following reports of several people falling and being injured when the handlebars' folding mechanisms failed. The Consumer Product Safety Commission posted a notice on its website that Segway had received 68 reports of the folding handlebars accidentally activating on Segway's Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters during use. All told, at least 20 people have been injured so far, including some who broke bones. The recall notice advises consumers who own those models to stop using them and contact Segway to have them repaired. What scooters is Segway recalling? The voluntary recall is for both Segway's Ninebot Max G30P, which is black with yellow accents, and the Max G30LP KickScooters, which is gray with yellow accents. The brand name 'ninebot' appears on the foot platform and the top of the handlebars, according to the notice. Retailing for between $600 and $1,000, both products were sold across the United States at stores that include Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target and Sam's Club. The scooters, sold between January 2020 and February 2025, have also been available on Segway's website and Amazon. Recall alert: Woolite recalls detergent sold on Amazon over bacteria risk: See affected products How consumers can contact Segway Consumers who bought either of the scooters can contact Segway to determine whether their folding mechanisms needs to be adjusted. Those whose scooters are included in the recall can receive a free maintenance kit that includes tools and instructions to tighten the folding mechanism. Consumers can contact Segway about the recall online. Segway can be also contacted at 800-914-6110 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or at recall@ "This is a proactive measure to ensure customers can maintain their scooters properly," Segway said in a statement provided Monday to USA TODAY. "The scooters are fully functional, and no hardware replacements or software updates are required." This article has been updated to add new information. Eric Lagatta covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at elagatta@
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Segway scooter recall: Fall hazard has resulted in injuries
The Brief Segway is recalling about 220,000 of its scooters sold across the U.S. due to a fall hazard. The folding mechanism can fail during use, causing the handlebars or stem of the scooters to fold. Twenty injuries ranging from bruises to broken bones have been reported. Segway is recalling about 220,000 scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in several injuries. Here's what the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has said about the recall: Recalled items This recall involves all Segway Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters. The Max G30LP KickScooter is gray in color with yellow accents and the Max G30P is black in color with yellow accents. The brand name "ninebot" appears on the foot platform and the top of the handlebars. The model number is located on a label on the side of the foot deck. Reason for recall Segway has received 68 reports of the folding mechanism failing, which has caused the handlebars or stem of the scooters to fold. Twenty injuries have been reported that range from cuts and bruises to broken bones. RELATED: Laundry detergent sold on Amazon recalled due to potentially deadly bacteria contamination Sold at The scooters were sold at Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target and Sam's Club nationwide and online at and from January 2020 through February 2025 for between $600 and $1,000. What they're saying "Over time, depending on riding conditions, the folding mechanism may require periodic checks and tightening," California-based Segway writes on its website. "No returns or replacements are involved." What you can do If you own one of the included scooters, you're advised to immediately stop using it and contact Segway. Segway may then issue you a free maintenance kit with tools and instructions for checking and tightening the folding mechanism and keeping it properly maintained. You can contact Segway at at 800-914-6110 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, email at recall@ or online here. The Source Information in this article was taken from a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice issued on March 20, 2025, and from Segway's website. This story was reported from Detroit.
Washington Post
23-03-2025
- Automotive
- Washington Post
Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries
NEW YORK — Segway is recalling about 220,000 of its scooters sold across the U.S. due to a fall hazard that has resulted in user injuries ranging from bruises to broken bones. According to a notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the folding mechanism in Segway's Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters can fail during use — causing the handlebars or stem of the scooters to fold.
NBC News
23-03-2025
- Automotive
- NBC News
Segway recalls 220,000 scooters because after injuries from falls
Segway is recalling about 220,000 of its scooters sold across the U.S. due to a fall hazard that has resulted in user injuries ranging from bruises to broken bones. According to a notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the folding mechanism in Segway's Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters can fail during use — causing the handlebars or stem of the scooters to fold. That can result in serious injuries, the Commission warns. Thursday's recall notice notes that Segway has received 68 reports of folding mechanism failures — with 20 injuries that include abrasions, bruises, lacerations and broken bones. Consumers in possession of these now-recalled scooters are urged to stop using them immediately and contact Segway to request a free maintenance kit. This kit includes tools and step-by-step instructions to inspect and adjust the scooters' locking mechanism as needed, Segway says. 'Over time, depending on riding conditions, the folding mechanism may require periodic checks and tightening,' California-based Segway writes on its website. 'No returns or replacements are involved.' According to the CPSC, the Segway scooters involved in this recall were manufactured in China and Malaysia and sold at retailers across the U.S. — like Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target and Sam's Club, as well as online at and between January 2020 and February 2025. Sale prices ranged from $600 to $1,000.
Chicago Tribune
23-03-2025
- Automotive
- Chicago Tribune
Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries
NEW YORK — Segway is recalling about 220,000 of its scooters sold across the U.S. due to a fall hazard that has resulted in user injuries ranging from bruises to broken bones. According to a notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the folding mechanism in Segway's Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters can fail during use — causing the handlebars or stem of the scooters to fold. That can result in serious injuries, the Commission warns. Thursday's recall notice notes that Segway has received 68 reports of folding mechanism failures — with 20 injuries that include abrasions, bruises, lacerations and broken bones. Consumers in possession of these now-recalled scooters are urged to stop using them immediately and contact Segway to request a free maintenance kit. This kit includes tools and step-by-step instructions to inspect and adjust the scooters' locking mechanism as needed, Segway says. 'Over time, depending on riding conditions, the folding mechanism may require periodic checks and tightening,' California-based Segway writes on its website. 'No returns or replacements are involved.' According to the CPSC, the Segway scooters involved in this recall were manufactured in China and Malaysia and sold at retailers across the U.S. — like Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target and Sam's Club, as well as online at and between January 2020 and February 2025. Sale prices ranged from $600 to $1,000. Originally Published:
