Recall Notice: WHILL Personal Electric Vehicles, Model Ci
Aug 27, 2024
San Francisco, CA, October 6, 2019 - In September 2019, WHILL recognized a control pad performance issue with a small percentage of Model Ci units, serial numbers C_1711188_US – C_1909011_US and has remedied the issue. There have been no injuries or accidents reported to date.
Recall Details
Description:
This recall involves WHILL Model Ci. The product is a personal mobility device that is powered by a lithium-ion battery, is occupant-controlled and motorized. The serial number of the recalled device ranges from C_1711188_US to C_1909011_US. The serial number label is located on the seat assembly. WHILL and Model Ci are printed on the battery compartment. The vehicles have one chair with a platform and four wheels. The chairs are black, and the arm covers come in eight colors including white, red, blue, navy, gray, gold, pink, and black.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled personal mobility vehicle and contact WHILL for a free replacement control pad.
Incidents/Injuries:
There have been 15 reports of device malfunctions. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Online at spinlife.com, scootaround.com, accessnsm.com and topmobility.com and other online retailers from November 2017 through September 2019 for about $4,500.
Manufacturer(s):
WHILL, Inc. (Japan), of Japan
Importer(s):
WHILL, Inc. (USA), of San Mateo, Calif.
Manufactured In:
Taiwan
CPSC Recall number:
20-177
Consumer Contact:
WHILL toll-free at 844-699-4455, email at na.team@whill.inc.