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Onewheel Manufacturer Recalls All Boards After 4 Deaths Linked to Sudden Stoppages and Crashes

  • Future Motion recalls all Onewheel boards after 4 deaths due to crash risks
  • Boards can stop balancing and throw riders, causing serious injury or death
  • 4 deaths reported between 2019-2021, 3 weren't wearing helmets
  • Dozens of reports of traumatic brain injuries, fractures, paralysis, etc.
  • 300,000 boards sold ranging from $1,050 to $2,200
  • Firmware update available to alert riders of dangerous situations
  • Riders entitled to refunds in form of store credit
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