Six Flags permanently shuts down X2 rollercoaster after claims of brain injuries
Summary
Six Flags has permanently closed the X2 rollercoaster at Magic Mountain in California after many riders reported serious injuries, including brain hemorrhages. The company decided to shut down the ride despite it passing safety tests, following lawsuits and public concern about safety.Key Facts
- The X2 rollercoaster has been closed since mid-July and is now permanently shut down.
- The ride reached speeds of up to 76 mph and had seats that could rotate 360 degrees.
- Two riders suffered brain hemorrhages in July, with one still hospitalized in a semi-conscious state.
- At least two deaths have been linked to the X2 ride.
- Over 100 people claim they were injured on the ride and lawyers have filed three lawsuits.
- The lawyers say the ride is “defective” and that Six Flags did not warn riders enough about brain injury risks.
- Six Flags says X2 passed many safety tests but closed it because guest confidence was affected.
- Since 2008, X2 entertained more than 16 million guests and had a strong following among coaster fans.
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