UNU E-Moped / Scooter Classic

Product information

Type	Hobby/sports equipment – Cycles (Powered)
Brand	UNU
Model/type	unu-scooter-1
Production period of affected products	Manufactured between 31 May 2018 and 22 April 2019
Country of Origin	China
Product Description	An electric powered scooter / moped.
Product Report and Image	Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a risk of fire because the battery is defective. Under fault conditions, this could cause the product to overheat and enter thermal runaway, causing a fire. 

The affected products do not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users.  

Owners should stop using this product immediately and ensure it is unplugged from power sources. The manufacturer UNU GmbH has entered insolvency.  

Owners should ensure that affected products are disposed of safely via their local household waste disposal site, first checking with their local centre to confirm if the type of battery is accepted. For further information on household waste, access the following Gov.uk webpage: https://www.gov.uk/dispose-household-waste

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2606-0200

Notifier: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 30 June 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.