Onewheel Electric Skateboards Recalled After 4 Deaths Due to Sudden Loss of Balance

All models of Onewheel electric skateboards are being recalled after 4 reported deaths and multiple injuries.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission warned that the skateboards can suddenly stop balancing, causing crashes and serious injuries.
The deaths were caused by head trauma, with 3 riders not wearing helmets. Other injuries included brain injuries, fractures, and paralysis.
Santa Cruz-based Future Motion initially refused to agree to a recall, but is now cooperating.
Future Motion will roll out a firmware update to address safety issues, using "haptic buzz" alerts to warn riders before crashes.

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