2022 Genuine Scooter Niu Mqigt Evo problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (2) · Steering (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2022-08-17 · campaign 22V629000 · 38 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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.
Electrical System:propulsion System 2022-08-08 · campaign 22V597000 · 38 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: Genuine Scooters, LLC (Genuine Scooters) is recalling certain 2022 NUI MQiGT EVO scooters. A loss of drive power may occur due to a firmware issue in the electric motor.
Risk: Loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Owners are advised not to ride their scooters until the repair has been completed. Dealers will provide new motors with new firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in August 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-629.
Service bulletins (1)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Steering 2022-09-30 · TSB-NIU-20220930 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
nhtsa recall bulletin for my 2022 mqi gt evo
What owners report
2025-03-11 · Steering“at higher speeds including over 40 mph the handlebars vibrate excessively requiring holding it with both hands, and being difficult to safely signal with my arms if sometimes needed. it is difficult to drive without both hands firmly holding onto the handlebars, even briefly. the niu mqi gt evo had a recall associated with the excessive vibration, …”
2023-01-23 · Vehicle Speed Control“my niu nqi gts pro has the same problem that the niu evos were recalled for. one or both batteries will suddenly turn off causing a drop in speed. i am confident this is a firmware problem. this is a major safety concern. i believe the gts pros need to also be included under the recall. i have filed a lawsuit against the dealership i bought it from…”
2022-08-08 · Vehicle Speed Control“the throttle has become unpredictable at best. first a check engine light and error 142 code appeared, then the throttle issues began. sometimes the scooter wouldn't move at all, sometimes the throttle only works at the halfway point, and worst is at times the throttle goes from 0 to 100% no matter the throttle position. the sudden acceleration …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.