Onewheel Recalls All E-Skateboards After Multiple Deaths and Serious Injuries Linked to Crashes

All Onewheel e-skateboard models are being recalled due to crash and injury hazards.
There have been 4 reported deaths linked to Onewheel skateboards between 2019 and 2021.
Reported injuries include traumatic brain injury, concussion, paralysis, fractures, and ligament damage.
At least 3 of the deaths involved riders not wearing helmets.
A new "haptic buzz" safety feature is being added to warn riders before a potential crash.

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