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Product recall · CPSCJuly 7, 2022Serious
Segway Powersports Fugleman Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs)
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The cockpit rear panel between the seats and the cargo bed can overheat and melt the plastic, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled UTVs and bring the vehicles to an authorized Segway Powersports dealer for a free repair, which includes installation of larger and additional heat shields. The firm has contacted all known purchasers.
Who to contact: Segway Powersports toll-free at 877-628-0202 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at https://www.segwaypowersports.us/recalls/ or at https://segwaypowersports.us and click on "Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves model year 2022 Fugleman UT10E and UT10X Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs). These vehicles were sold in various colors including white, black, gray and camo. "FUGLEMAN" decals are printed on the right and left rear side panels. The Segway logo is on the hood. The model number is located on the right and left rear side panels next to the Fugleman logo.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,100
- Recall date
- July 7, 2022
- Brand
- Segway Technology Co. Ltd., of China
- Made or distributed by
- Segway Powersports Inc., of McKinney, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 10 reports of incidents including seven incidents involving fire and three incidents with overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Segway Powersports authorized dealers (sellers of off-road vehicles) from November 2021 through May 2022 for between $14,400 and $16,700.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Segway Powersports Recalls Fugleman Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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