Segway Personal Transporter – Safety Repair (2006)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Segway Personal Transporter (PT) [also known as the Segway Human Transporter (HT)]
Brand
Segway Inc., of Bedford, N.H.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Segway Inc., of Bedford, N.H. is recalling Segway Personal Transporter (PT) [also known as the Segway Human Transporter (HT. The hazard is: The personal transporter can unexpectedly apply reverse torque to the wheels, which can cause a ride. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves all Segway PT i167, i170 and i180 ("i Series") models, the p133 ("p Series"), XT ("cross-terrain transporter"), GT ("golf transporter") and i2 models. These units were sold to consumers and commercial customers. All e167 ("e Series") models, which were sold to commercial users, also are included in this recall. No other models are involved in this recall. The name, "Segway", appears on the front bumper and/or on the handlebars of the personal transporter.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The personal transporter can unexpectedly apply reverse torque to the wheels, which can cause a rider to fall. This can occur when the device is tilted back by the Speed Limiter and the rider comes off and then back onto the device within a short period of time.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the Segway PT immediately and contact the company to receive a free software upgrade.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026