Moves slowly or loses power
Most often it’s charge level or a gear or speed setting.
This is usually quick to sort out. If these steps don’t fix it, call or text us and we’ll get it resolved.
What to do
Still not working? If the charge and settings are right and it still stalls or bogs down, call or text us and we’ll get it resolved quickly. A moderate grade should be no problem, so we’ll work through it with you.
Last reviewed November 1, 2026.
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