Segway Recalls 220,000 Scooters Over Safety Concerns, Citing Fall Hazards

Last updated Mar 24, 2025

Segway Scooter Recall: 220,000 Units Cited for Safety Hazards

Discover the latest updates on FoxBusiness.com. A significant safety hazard has led to the recall of nearly a quarter of a million Segway scooters, officials have announced.

Recall Announcement by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) declared the recall, which covers all 220,000 units of the Segway Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters. The primary concern is the model’s folding mechanism, which may be faulty, thereby posing a danger to consumers. The recall was issued after reports of the folding mechanism failing and causing the handlebars or stem to fold while the scooter is in use.

Segway Scooter Injuries

Segway has received 68 reports of folding mechanism failures, leading to around 20 injuries. These ranged from minor abrasions and bruises to severe lacerations and broken bones. Segway urges owners of the recalled scooters to stop using them immediately.

Remedial Measures and Maintenance Kit

Owners are advised to contact Segway for information on whether the folding mechanism needs adjustment and to receive a free maintenance kit. This kit includes tools and instructions for checking and tightening the folding mechanism, ensuring its proper maintenance.

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Recalled Scooter Models: Sales and Descriptions

The recalled vehicles, manufactured in China and Malaysia, were sold between January 2020 and February 2025. They were available at major retailers like Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target, and Sam’s Club, as well as online on Segway.com and Amazon.com.

If Segway owners are uncertain if they own the recalled models, the CPSC has provided physical descriptions of the scooters. The Max G30LP KickScooter is gray in color with yellow accents, and the Max G30P is black in color with yellow accents. The model number is located on a label on the side of the foot deck.

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