Segway Recalls 220,000 Scooters Over Folding Mechanism Defect

The defect has caused 68 failures and 20 injuries, prompting Segway to offer free maintenance kits to affected customers.

The recall affects the Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters, sold from January 2020 to February 2025 for $600 to $1,000.
The folding mechanism defect can cause the handlebars or stem to collapse unexpectedly, posing a serious fall hazard.
Segway has reported 68 folding mechanism failures and 20 injuries, including abrasions, bruises, lacerations, and broken bones.
Consumers are advised to stop using the scooters immediately and contact Segway for a free maintenance kit to inspect and adjust the locking mechanism.
The recalled scooters were manufactured in China and Malaysia and sold through major retailers like Best Buy, Costco, and Amazon.