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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Onewheel Bounces Back with High-End $3200 Board for Pro Riders

Onewheel, the electric skateboard company that recently recalled all its boards due to safety concerns, is now releasing its fastest and most powerful board yet, the Onewheel GT S-Series. Priced at $3,200, the board comes with a new safety mechanism called Haptic Buzz, which alerts users when the battery is low or when there are torque issues. The S-Series features a new motor with 50% more voltage and torque, allowing for high-speed carves and a top speed of 25 mph. However, the range has slightly decreased to 16-25 miles. Despite the new features, the company still faces criticism for its handling of the recall and safety issues.

via The Verge|

#electric-skateboards #high-speed-carves #onewheel

consumer-safety2 years ago•3 min saved

Onewheel Electric Skateboards Recalled After Fatalities and Injuries

The Snowboard Shop in the UK has stopped selling Onewheel electric skateboards following a recall by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) after four deaths were reported. The CPSC has recalled all 300,000 devices sold, citing a crash hazard that could result in serious injury or death. The Snowboard Shop will contact its UK customers and has approached the manufacturer for clarification. The products will remain on the website only to provide a link to the recall notice. Future Motion, the maker of Onewheel, is facing 31 lawsuits related to unexpected shutdowns. The recall covers all models of Onewheel electric skateboards, and the CPSC encourages riders to wear protective gear. Future Motion plans to introduce a safety alert feature called haptic buzz to make the devices safer.

via BBC|

#consumer-safety #electric-skateboards #onewheel

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Massive Recall Issued for Onewheel Electric Skateboards Following Fatalities and Injuries

All models of Onewheel self-balancing electric skateboards, manufactured by Future Motion, are being recalled after four deaths and multiple injuries were reported. The skateboards can stop balancing a rider if their limits are exceeded, leading to serious crashes. Future Motion has received numerous incident reports, including deaths and injuries resulting from head trauma. Owners of impacted Onewheel skateboards are advised to stop using them immediately. A firmware update with a new safety alert feature will be available for some models, while eligible riders can receive a prorated refund. The Consumer Product Safety Commission had previously warned consumers to stop using Onewheel skateboards, and the recall is the result of months of work with Future Motion.

via ABC News|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #electric-skateboards

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"CPSC Recalls Over 250,000 Onewheel Electric Skateboards After Fatalities and Injuries"

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for 300,000 self-balancing Onewheel electric skateboards due to reports of deaths and injuries. Future Motion Inc., the manufacturer, received reports of four deaths and various injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and fractures. The skateboards can stop balancing the rider if their limits are exceeded, posing a crash hazard. Owners of Original Onewheel or Onewheel+ models are urged to dispose of their products and will receive a prorated refund in the form of a store credit. Firmware updates will be available for other models, and riders are encouraged to wear protective equipment. The recalled skateboards were sold between January 2014 and September 2023.

via New York Post |

#consumer-safety #cpsc #electric-skateboards

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"CPSC Recalls Over 250,000 Onewheel Electric Skateboards After Fatalities and Injuries"

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for 300,000 self-balancing Onewheel electric skateboards due to reports of deaths and injuries. Future Motion Inc., the manufacturer, received reports of four deaths and various injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and fractures. The skateboards can stop balancing the rider if their limits are exceeded, posing a crash hazard. Owners of Original Onewheel or Onewheel+ models are urged to dispose of their skateboards, while owners of other models are advised to update their firmware. The recalled skateboards were sold between January 2014 and September 2023.

via Fox Business|

#consumer-safety #cpsc #electric-skateboards

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Onewheel Skateboards Recalled After Fatalities Spark Safety Concerns"

Approximately 300,000 Onewheel electric skateboards have been recalled after four deaths and numerous injuries were reported. The recall includes models that lack a haptic buzz alert, which warns riders when the board's limits are exceeded. The US Consumer and Product Safety Commission stated that the skateboards can stop balancing, posing a crash hazard that can result in serious injury or death. Future Motion, the manufacturer of Onewheel, received dozens of incident reports, including traumatic brain injuries, fractures, and paralysis. The recall applies to various Onewheel models, and users are advised to download or update the Onewheel app for the haptic buzz alert function.

via Business Insider|

#consumer-safety #electric-skateboards #future-motion

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Massive Recall: Onewheel Electric Skateboards Pulled from Market After Fatalities

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.

via Electrek.co|

#electric-skateboard #micromobility #onewheel

consumer-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

Onewheel Recall: Four Deaths Prompt Urgent Action

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.

via The Verge|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #electric-skateboard

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Recall Roundup: Future Motion Recalls Onewheel Electric Skateboards After 4 Fatalities"

Future Motion, the maker of Onewheel electric skateboards, has issued a voluntary recall of all its boards due to crash hazards. The recall comes after four deaths and numerous reports of serious injuries related to the boards. Future Motion has created a new safety alert feature called "haptic buzz" to alert riders of potential crashes. Onewheel owners are advised to install the software update and can also receive refunds in the form of store credit.

via CBS News|

#consumer-safety #electric-skateboards #future-motion

consumer-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

Onewheel Electric Skateboards Recalled After Fatal Crashes

Future Motion is recalling 300,000 Onewheel Self-Balancing Electric Skateboards due to a crash hazard that can result in serious injury or death. The skateboards can stop balancing the rider if the boards' limits are exceeded. Future Motion has received reports of incidents, including four deaths and various injuries. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled skateboards and update the firmware through the Onewheel app to include Haptic Buzz alert functionality. Refunds are available for certain models.

via Consumer Product Safety Commission|

#consumer-safety #crash-hazard #electric-skateboards