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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

USA Today

time24-03-2025

  • 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@

Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries
Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries

Washington Post

time23-03-2025

  • 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.

Segway recalls 220,000 scooters because after injuries from falls
Segway recalls 220,000 scooters because after injuries from falls

NBC News

time23-03-2025

  • 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.

Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries
Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries

Chicago Tribune

time23-03-2025

  • 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:

Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries
Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries

The Hill

time23-03-2025

  • Automotive
  • The Hill

Segway recalls 220,000 of its scooters due to a fall hazard that has resulted in 20 injuries

NEW YORK (AP) — 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.

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