CPSC recall 03553
Segway "i Series" Human Transporters (HT)
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-07-21
On 2025-07-21 the CPSC announced a recall of Segway "i Series" Human Transporters (HT) by Segway, citing under certain operating conditions, particularly when the batteries are near the end of charge, some Segway HTs may not deliver enough power, allowing the rider to fall. This can….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03553 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2003-09-26 |
| Published | 2025-07-21 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Segway |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Segway "i Series" Human Transporters (HT) | This recall involves all Segway HT i167 ("i Series") models sold to consumers. In addition, Segway LLC is including all e167 ("e Series") and i167 models sold to commercial users, and all p133 ("p Series") models sold to consumers in test markets.
Reason
Under certain operating conditions, particularly when the batteries are near the end of charge, some Segway HTs may not deliver enough power, allowing the rider to fall. This can happen if the rider speeds up abruptly, encounters an obstacle or continues to ride, after receiving a low-battery alert.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Segway-LLC-Announce-Voluntary-Recall-to-Upgrade-Software-on-Segway-Human-Transporters
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