Recalls / 2022-12-01

eWheels Recalls Gotway and Begode Unicycles Due to Fire Hazard

23055 · Recalled 2022-12-01 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Begode- and Gotway-branded electric unicycles, models MSP (also known as MSuper Pro), Nikola+ and RS. All unicycles are black and have the GW logo on both sides. The RS unicycles also have the RS logo on one side. RS and MSP models have red lines on the pedals. Nikola+ unicycles have multicolored lights around the rim, and "Gotway Nikola" is printed on the top.

Hazards

The unicycle's lithium-ion batteries can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

There has been a total of 14 reported incidents of the recalled unicycles catching on fire, including reports of property damage and one injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled unicycles and contact eWheels for a free replacement battery pack. eWheels is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Gotway and Begode unicycles		About 500

Parties

Importer: eWheels LLC, of Tucson, Arizona
Made in: China
Sold at: Online at www.ewheels.com, 000, 500, depending on the model.

Consumer contact

eWheels by email at recall@ewheels.com, collect at 305-432-2788 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at www.ewheels.com/recalls or www.ewheels.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 23055. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.