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Massive Recall: Onewheel Electric Skateboards Pulled from Market After Fatalities

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Electrek.co

Electric skateboard-maker Future Motion has agreed to recall all of its OneWheels, a self-balancing electric mobility device, after initially refusing to do so. The recall comes after reports of the OneWheel cutting out when its speed limit is reached, posing a crash hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has reported four deaths of OneWheel riders in recent years. Future Motion is urging owners to download a firmware update that includes a warning system to alert riders when nearing the board's limits. This recall adds to the growing number of recalls in the micromobility space.

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Onewheel Recall: Four Deaths Prompt Urgent Action

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge

Future Motion is recalling all 300,000 Onewheel self-balancing vehicles in the US, following four known deaths, three of which occurred without a helmet, between 2019 and 2021. The recall comes after the company previously resisted the US Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) calls for a recall. Future Motion is asking owners to stop using their Onewheels until they take appropriate action. For certain models, a software update with a new warning system will be provided, while early adopters will receive a pro-rated credit towards the purchase of a new board after disposing of the old model.

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