Stardust Racers Track Sway in New Fan Video Is ‘By Design,’ Engineers Say

Overview

• A Reddit clip by user u/xfilesvault shows the Stardust Racers “golden arch” section shifting side to side after trains pass.
• Coaster engineers and industry sources say the visible movement reflects intentional track flex to absorb forces and protect the structure.
• The renewed attention follows the September 17 death of Kevin Zavala, which investigators attributed to multiple blunt impact injuries with a noted pre-existing spinal condition.
• Universal, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office concluded the ride functioned as intended after a two-week closure.
• Universal says it is updating operational procedures and attraction signage, while family attorney Ben Crump calls for stronger oversight citing prior restraint complaints.