Walmart is recalling approximately 17,970 Swagtron SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooters because the lithium-ion batteries can overheat and catch fire. There have been seven reports of batteries overheating, smoking, melting, or igniting, including one incident that caused a fire, a burn injury, and property damage to an apartment building. The scooters were sold in black and silver colors at Walmart and Sam's Club stores and online between May 2018 and October 2024. Walmart will provide a full refund to consumers who purchased the affected models.
The lithium-ion batteries in these scooters can overheat, melt, or ignite, posing severe fire and burn hazards. One reported battery ignition resulted in a structural fire and a burn injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using and charging the recalled electric scooters, cut the throttle cord, and dispose of the entire product following 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.
Model numbers are affixed to the side of the scooter deck. 'SWAGGER 5' is printed on the stem of the handlebars.
Recalled Black Swagtron SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooter (side view)
Recalled Black Swagtron SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooter (folded)
Recalled Silver Swagtron SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooter (side view)
Recalled Silver Swagtron SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooter (folded)
Location of model and serial number
Close-up of model and serial number
Location of battery pack beneath scooter deck
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response