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What’s the Problem?
According to a recall Letter from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) [1], this action affects lithium-ion battery-powered SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooters sold at Walmart and Sam’s Club.
“The electric scooters’ lithium-ion batteries can overheat, smoke, melt and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards, posing a risk of serious injury and death,” CPSC said. “There have been seven reports of the lithium-ion batteries in the electric scooters overheating, smoking, melting or igniting, with one ignition resulting in a fire causing a burn injury and substantial property damage to a residential apartment building.”
The recalled Swagtron Scooters were sold in black or silver colors. “SWAGGER 5” is printed in large lettering on the stem of the handlebars.
The model numbers, which are affixed to the side of the scooter deck, include: SWGR5-V2-SLV, SWGR5-V2-2, SG5 Boost, SG-5S, 96262-2, 96262-9, SG-5S, and 96560-2.
If you purchased a Swagtron Scooter that is affected by this recall, you should stop using it immediately, cut the throttle cord, and dispose of the scooter according to local and state hazardous waste disposal procedures.
Consumers who purchased their electric scooters from Walmart or Sam’s Club will receive an email with instructions on how to receive a full refund.
This recall began on February 20, 2025.
The CPSC Recall Number for this item is 25-138.
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Reference:
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Walmart-Recalls-Swagtron-SG-5-Boost-Commuter-Electric-Scooters-with-Lithium-Ion-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Death