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Walmart Recalls SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Electric Scooters Over Fire Hazard


Springfield, Mo.– Walmart has issued a recall for SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter electric scooters due to a fire risk associated with their lithium-ion batteries. The recall affects scooters sold at Walmart and Sam’s Club locations nationwide, as well as online at Walmart.com and SamsClub.com, between May 2018 and October 2024.

The affected scooters can be identified by “SWAGGER 5” markings on the handlebars and specific model numbers displayed on the scooter deck, including

  • SWGR5-V2-SLV
  • SWGR5-V2-2, SG5
  • Boost, SG-5S
  • 96262-2, 96262-9, and 96560-2

The recall follows reports of at least seven incidents involving the batteries overheating, smoking, melting, or igniting. One of these incidents resulted in a fire that caused injuries and significant damage to a residential apartment building.

Consumers are advised to stop using and charging the scooters immediately. To properly dispose of the product, users should cut the throttle cord and follow local and state hazardous waste disposal procedures. Customers who purchased the scooters from Walmart or Sam’s Club will receive an email with instructions for a full refund.

For safety, recalled lithium-ion batteries must not be discarded in regular trash or standard battery recycling bins. Consumers should follow municipal guidelines for handling damaged or defective lithium batteries.

Contact The Ammons Law Firm for Legal Help Involving Defective Products

Contact The Ammons Law Firm today for a free consultation to discuss your case and learn more about your legal options. You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages caused by this dangerous defect.

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The Ammons Law Firm represents clients nationwide in personal injury and wrongful death litigation.

Disclaimer: This post is not legal advice. Information contained in this blog was compiled from third-party sources or is the opinion of the author. Please inform us immediately if false or misleading information is contained in this post.

 

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