Published by The recall involves about 4,200 Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters sold exclusively online at Walmart.com from November 2021 through July 2022. The affected scooters are matte black, have a kickstand, reflective lights at the front and back of the stand board, and include certain serial numbers with the letters “WY” as the seventh and eighth characters.
DGL Group received 22 reports of brake failure involving the recalled e-scooters. Those reports resulted in seven injuries, including abrasions, contusions, a dislocated shoulder, fractured teeth, lacerations, and strains.
Consumers who suffered crash injuries after a recalled Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter’s brakes failed may want to preserve the scooter, serial number, purchase records, photos, medical records, and recall remedy communications for a legal evaluation.
Quick Facts
- DGL Group recalled Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters on July 25, 2024, due to brake failure and crash hazards.
- The recall involves about 4,200 e-scooters sold exclusively on Walmart.com.
- DGL Group received 22 brake-failure reports and seven injury reports.
- Consumers were instructed to stop using the recalled scooters and contact DGL Group for a full refund.
Table Of Contents
- Latest News & Updates on Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuits
- What Is the Hover-1 Dynamo E-Scooter?
- Reported Risks or Injuries
- How Does the Problem Occur, and Who May Be Liable?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Do I Qualify?
- Do I Have a Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit?
- Important Legal Actions or Recalls
- Potential Compensation
- Legal Process Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions About Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuits
- What is the Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit Evaluation about?
- Which Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters were recalled?
- Why were Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters recalled?
- How many injuries were reported in the Hover-1 Dynamo recall?
- Who may qualify for a Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit?
- What should I do with a recalled Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter?
- What evidence should I save before cutting the motor cable?
- Can I bring a claim if someone else bought the Hover-1 Dynamo scooter?
- References
Latest News & Updates on Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuits
July 2024
CPSC announced the Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter recall on July 25, 2024, because the scooter’s brakes can fail, posing a risk of serious injury and crash hazard. The recall notice states that consumers should stop using the recalled e-scooters immediately and contact DGL Group for refund instructions [1].
NHTSA notes that safety tracking for e-scooter injuries can be difficult because many municipalities do not systematically track these crashes, and some incidents may be recorded under other categories. That undercounting issue can matter when evaluating consumer reports involving micromobility products [2].
CDC researchers examining dockless electric scooter injuries found that injured riders reported head injuries, fractures, cuts, bruises, and other harms, with very low helmet use among injured riders in the study population. Those findings help explain why a brake failure on a small electric scooter can still produce serious injuries [3].
What Is the Hover-1 Dynamo E-Scooter?
The Hover-1 Dynamo is a two-wheeled electric scooter sold for personal transportation. The recalled scooters are matte black and have a kickstand, reflective lights at the front and back of the stand board, and Hover-1 branding on the stand board and stem.
The recall applies only to Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters with serial numbers that include the letters “WY” as the seventh and eighth characters. The serial number appears on a label located on the underside of the scooter.
The recalled scooters were imported by DGL Group Ltd. of Edison, New Jersey and manufactured in China. They were sold online at Walmart.com for about $200.
Because the recall depends on the serial number rather than every Dynamo scooter, clear photographs of the underside label are important. Riders should also preserve Walmart order history, delivery records, photos of the scooter, and any communications with DGL Group.
Reported Risks or Injuries
The reported risk is brake failure, which can prevent a rider from slowing or stopping as expected. Loss of braking ability can cause a rider to fall, collide with a vehicle, strike a fixed object, or be thrown onto pavement.
DGL Group received 22 reports of the e-scooter’s brakes failing. The seven reported injuries included abrasions, contusions, a dislocated shoulder, fractured teeth, lacerations, and strains.
Other possible crash-related injuries may include wrist fractures, arm injuries, knee injuries, dental trauma, facial injuries, head injuries, concussions, road rash, and back or neck injuries. The severity of the injury may depend on speed, surface conditions, traffic, helmet use, and whether the rider hit another object.
E-scooter crashes can be more serious than they first appear because riders often have little protection beyond a helmet and clothing. Injuries involving teeth, head impact, shoulder dislocation, or deep lacerations may require urgent care, imaging, dental treatment, or specialist follow-up.
How Does the Problem Occur, and Who May Be Liable?
The problem may occur when the Hover-1 Dynamo’s braking system fails during use, reducing or eliminating the rider’s ability to stop. A brake failure may become especially dangerous when the rider is approaching traffic, downhill grades, pedestrians, curbs, intersections, or obstacles.
In a product liability investigation, attorneys may examine the brake system, cables, lever, adjustment mechanism, wheel components, design records, warnings, quality-control information, and complaint history. They may also review whether the scooter was assembled and maintained normally before the crash.
Potentially liable parties may include the importer, manufacturer, distributor, online seller, retailer, or other entities in the product chain. Liability depends on product identification, defect evidence, crash circumstances, injury documentation, causation, and applicable law.
The refund process may also affect evidence preservation. CPSC states that consumers must provide photographs of the scooter’s serial number and severed motor cable to receive a refund, so riders considering a claim should document the scooter carefully before cutting or altering anything.
Who May Be Affected?
Consumers who bought a recalled Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter from Walmart.com between November 2021 and July 2022 may be affected. The recall applies to scooters with “WY” as the seventh and eighth letters in the serial number.
Riders who crashed after the brakes failed may be especially relevant for a legal review. A person may also have a claim if they were injured as a bystander or pedestrian because a recalled scooter could not stop.
The strongest evaluations usually involve confirmed serial number information, photos of the scooter, Walmart purchase records, medical treatment, crash photos, witness statements, and a detailed timeline of the incident. Police reports, dental records, urgent care records, and repair records may also help document the injury.
Do I Qualify?
You may qualify for a legal review if you were injured after the brakes failed on a recalled Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter. The review will likely focus on whether the scooter matches the recall, how the crash happened, and whether medical records support the claimed injuries.
Helpful evidence may include:
- The Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter, serial number label, brake components, motor cable, charger, and any damaged parts
- Walmart.com order records, email receipts, delivery confirmations, credit card records, or warranty information
- Photos or video of the scooter, crash location, injuries, damaged helmet, clothing, teeth, or personal property
- Emergency room records, urgent care notes, dental records, imaging reports, physical therapy records, and prescriptions
- Witness statements, police reports, insurance communications, or reports made to CPSC or DGL Group
Do not alter the scooter before documenting it if you may pursue a claim. If you participate in the recall refund process, photograph the full scooter, serial number, brake system, damage, and condition before severing the motor cable.
Do I Have a Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one has been injured by a Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter, you may have legal options. Contact Schmidt & Clark for a free case review.
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Month/Year | Type | Status | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter recall announced | July 2024 | Consumer product recall | Refund remedy announced | Recall involved about 4,200 scooters sold exclusively on Walmart.com | CPSC |
| Brake-failure hazard identified | July 2024 | Safety hazard | Reported | The scooter’s brakes can fail, posing serious injury and crash hazards | CPSC |
| Incident and injury reports disclosed | July 2024 | Consumer injury reports | Reported | DGL Group received 22 brake-failure reports and seven injury reports | CPSC |
| Refund instructions issued | July 2024 | Recall remedy | Available through DGL Group | Consumers must provide photos of the serial number and severed motor cable to receive a refund | CPSC |
Potential Compensation
Potential compensation in a Hover-1 Dynamo recall claim may include emergency care, urgent care, dental treatment, imaging, surgery, physical therapy, prescriptions, and other medical expenses. A claim may also include reimbursement for damaged clothing, helmets, phones, glasses, or other property.
In more serious cases, damages may include pain and suffering, scarring, dental reconstruction, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, mobility limitations, emotional distress, or future medical care. The value of a claim depends on injury severity, crash evidence, product proof, and applicable law.
Compensation amounts vary by case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Legal Process Overview
Free case review: The process begins with a confidential review of the scooter, serial number, purchase history, crash details, injuries, and medical treatment. The legal team may ask for photos, Walmart records, recall communications, and medical documentation.
Evidence preservation: The scooter should be documented before repair, disposal, or recall-related alteration. Photos should show the full scooter, underside serial number label, brake components, motor cable, and any crash damage.
Investigation: Attorneys may evaluate whether the scooter matches the recall, whether the incident involved brake failure, and whether the crash caused documented injuries. Witness statements, medical records, photos, and product condition may also be reviewed.
Filing: If the evidence supports a claim, a lawsuit may allege product defect, negligence, failure to warn, breach of warranty, or other claims depending on state law. Filing deadlines vary, so early review can help protect potential rights.
Resolution: A case may resolve through settlement, dismissal, court ruling, or trial. The timeline depends on injury severity, product evidence, crash reconstruction, available defendants, and how the responsible parties respond.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuits
What is the Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit Evaluation about?
The Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit Evaluation concerns potential claims by riders or bystanders injured after a recalled e-scooter’s brakes failed. The recall involves a crash hazard that may cause serious injury.
Which Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters were recalled?
The recall applies to Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters with the letters “WY” as the seventh and eighth characters in the serial number. The serial number is printed on a label on the underside of the scooter.
Why were Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooters recalled?
The scooters were recalled because the brakes can fail. CPSC said the defect poses a risk of serious injury and crash hazard.
How many injuries were reported in the Hover-1 Dynamo recall?
DGL Group received 22 reports of the scooter’s brakes failing and seven injury reports. Reported injuries included abrasions, contusions, a dislocated shoulder, fractured teeth, lacerations, and strains.
Who may qualify for a Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit?
A person may qualify for a Hover-1 Dynamo Recall Lawsuit review if they were injured after the brakes failed on a recalled scooter. Product photos, serial number confirmation, Walmart purchase records, crash details, and medical records can help support the evaluation.
What should I do with a recalled Hover-1 Dynamo e-scooter?
CPSC instructed consumers to stop using the recalled scooters immediately and contact DGL Group for refund instructions. To receive a refund, consumers must provide photographs of the scooter’s serial number and severed motor cable.
What evidence should I save before cutting the motor cable?
Save photos of the full scooter, serial number label, brake parts, motor cable, damage, crash scene, injuries, and Walmart order history. Medical records, dental records, witness statements, and police reports may also be useful.
Can I bring a claim if someone else bought the Hover-1 Dynamo scooter?
Possibly. The injured person does not always have to be the purchaser, but the claim still needs evidence connecting the recalled scooter, brake failure, crash, injury, and damages.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/DGL-Group-Recalls-Hover-1-Dynamo-E-Scooters-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Crash-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Walmart-com
- https://www.nhtsa.gov/book/countermeasures-that-work/bicycle-safety/emerging-issues
- https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/eis/conference/dpk/Dockless_Electric_Scooter_Related_Injury.html