E-bike and e-scooter battery fires cause of 18 deaths and nearly 700 injuries
Summary
Between 2019 and 2025, there were over 2,000 fires in the UK caused by e-bikes, e-scooters, or their batteries, resulting in 18 deaths and nearly 700 injuries. Many fires happen in homes or garages, often involving second-hand or modified vehicles, which increases the risk.Key Facts
- 18 people died and almost 700 were injured due to fires caused by e-bikes and e-scooters from 2019 to 2025.
- More than 2,000 fires started in the UK linked to these vehicles or their batteries during this period.
- The number of fires has increased each year, rising from 32 in 2019 to 605 in 2025.
- Nearly half of these fires happened inside homes or garages.
- Many fire incidents involved second-hand or modified e-bikes and e-scooters.
- Lithium-ion batteries can store a lot of energy, but when faulty or damaged, they can cause quick and dangerous fires.
- The UK government requires batteries to meet safety standards and advises buyers to look for safety marks like UKCE or CE.
- Urban areas like London had the highest number of incidents, with 793 fires recorded over seven years.
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