Alerta de seguridad en scooters eléctricos: riesgo para los usuarios

Red alert for electric scooters from the famous manufacturer. Everyone is in danger.

An electric scooter company could be facing a major safety issue. Testimonies from those who have had accidents with the media in question speak of a experience of vulnerability and fear. These are some of the experiences shared by the portal Techno Android: «I was just riding when the handlebar suddenly bent. I lost control and fell,» says Marco, a user in Rome who suffered a wrist fracture. «I can’t believe such a serious problem hasn’t been resolved until now.»

The consequences are not limited to physical injuries; the psychological impact of these experiences can be devastating, leading to a loss of confidence in using these means of transportation.

The recall campaign involves a total of 220,000 -NUCHINE LINE sold in various distribution chains, including Best Buy, Costco, Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Consumers were notified to immediately stop using the scooters in question. However, the manufacturer’s proposed solution does not involve replacing the defective scooters, but rather sending a free maintenance kit. This kit includes tools and instructions to correct the defect, but is it enough to ensure the safety of the users?

The severity of the situation is amplified by the context in which these accidents are occurring. As reported in the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) report, the number of accidents related to electric scooters is constantly increasing with a growth rate of 300% in the last five years. This figure highlights not only the specific issue with Segway, but also a broader problem of safety in electric scooters in general. While the industry is growing rapidly, quality controls and regulations do not seem to be keeping pace.

What is the company involved?

Recently, as a result of these serious events, the company Segway issued a recall for a manufacturing defect in their electric scooters, especially in the Ninebot max g30p and G30LP models. This issue, linked to the handlebar locking mechanism, raises serious questions about safety for hundreds of thousands of users. With 68 failure reports and 20 documented accidents, some of which have resulted in serious injuries, it is clear that this is not a problem to be underestimated.

Segway’s response to this issue raises questions about their responsibility compared to consumers. Offering a maintenance kit does not eliminate the risks associated with a manufacturing defect. The lack of a direct replacement for defective scooters is a clear indication of how companies can prioritize costs over safety. It is essential for consumers to be informed and protected, but it seems that companies are making decisions that can put their lives in danger.

Authorities must intervene. CPSC and other government agencies must consolidate regulations on safety for electric scooters and ensure that companies comply with rigorous quality control standards. The current situation not only endangers the lives of users, but also highlights a system that seems to be failing. It is unacceptable for consumers to face the risks of defective vehicles due to company negligence.

In a context where sustainable mobility is becoming increasingly essential, it is crucial that electric scooters do not pose a threat to public safety. Consumer trust must be restored through concrete and responsible actions by companies, accompanied by rigorous government oversight.