CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Universal E-Bike and E-Scooter Chargers Due to Fire Risks
Aftermarket chargers for micromobility products have led to over one hundred reports of fire or thermal events, including injuries and property damage.
Aftermarket chargers for micromobility products have led to over one hundred reports of fire or thermal events, including injuries and property damage.
More than 1,700 deaths were linked to sports and recreational equipment, and more than 1,300 deaths linked to home furnishings in 2023, the CPSC reports.
Lithium-ion battery problems with Helix Hoverboards have been linked to reports of fires, injuries and property damage in recent years.
Plaintiff suffered torn ligaments and needed surgical repairs and physical rehabilitation due to a Onewheel "nosedive" accident.
Plaintiff indicates he was hurled across an asphalt road when the OneWheel "pushback" feature engaged while moving at more than 16 mph
With at leasts 31 complaints filed nationwide, Future Motion has asked that all OneWheel lawsuits be consolidate in the Middle District of Florida for coordinated pretrial proceedings.
E-scooters and other mobility devices charged by lithium ion batteries continue to cause hundreds of fires and overheating incidents each year.
The Jetson Rogue Hoverboard recall has been linked to faulty lithium ion batteries which could overheat and burst into flames.
This year alone, the CPSC has received more than 200 battery fire or overheating reports linked to E-Scooter, E-bike and other micromobility device manufacturers.
E-scooters are associated with the most micromobility device injuries and deaths, followed by hoverboards.