Onewheel Electric Skateboards Recalled After Deaths and Injuries

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling 300,000 Onewheel electric skateboards due to deaths and injuries.
The skateboards can suddenly stop balancing, causing crashes that result in serious injury or death.
Customers have suffered traumatic brain injuries, fractures, and head trauma.
A prorated refund will be provided to eligible customers.
Firmware updates will be released within 6 weeks to improve skateboard safety.

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