The government agency responsible for investigating and potentially banning motor vehicles, including scooters, due to safety concerns would typically be a national or regional transportation authority. In the United States, for example, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is the agency that oversees vehicle safety and can issue recalls or bans related to defective vehicles. Similar agencies exist in other countries, such as the European Commission in the EU or the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in Japan.
In addition to federal or national agencies, state or provincial transportation departments could also be involved, particularly if the motor scooter is being sold or used within specific jurisdictions. Local governments could also take action depending on their regulations and the severity of the safety issue.
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