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Genuine Scooter NIU Mqigt EVO Recall 22V629: Excess handlebar vibration can cause loss of control

NHTSA campaign 22V629, reported August 17, 2022, 38 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain scooters have a defect where excessive handlebar vibration can occur during operation. This vibration may cause rider fatigue or loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners are advised not to ride the affected scooter until the repair has been completed. The remedy is still being developed. Owners may return their scooter for a full refund, and can contact Genuine Scooters customer service at 1-773-433-1316. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2022. The affected scooters are also covered by recall 22V-597, so check your VIN for any other open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V629Genuine Scooters, LLC
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Problem
Genuine Scooters, LLC (Genuine Scooters) is recalling certain 2022 NIU MQiGT EVO scooters. During operation, excessive handlebar vibration can occur which may cause rider fatigue or loss of vehicle control.
Risk
Excessive handlebar vibration increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to ride their scooters until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Owners have the option to return their scooters for a full refund. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2022. Owners may contact Genuine Scooters customer service at 1-773-433-1316. Genuine Scooter's number for this recall is MQiGT EVO. The scooters in this recall are also affected by recall number 22V-597.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Genuine Scooter NIU Mqigt EVO2022