Lawsuits Claim Roller Coaster Caused Brain Damage

Lawsuits Filed Against Six Flags

Several lawsuits filed against Six Flags Magic Mountain allege that the X2 roller coaster caused serious brain injuries to riders. The legal claims come after multiple people reportedly experienced significant medical problems following rides on the attraction, which has been closed since July 2026.

Riders Report Serious Injuries

The lawsuits involve riders who allege they suffered severe injuries after riding X2. One plaintiff reportedly required emergency brain surgery after experiencing confusion and disorientation following the ride. Another plaintiff allegedly underwent two brain surgeries, while a third has reportedly remained hospitalized.

Attorneys representing the plaintiffs have said they have been contacted by hundreds of people regarding possible injuries associated with X2. They have also said they are representing more than 100 people who have reported various types of injuries they believe were connected to the ride.

How X2 Works

X2 is different from a traditional roller coaster because its seats rotate independently as the train travels along the track. The attraction reaches speeds of approximately 76 miles per hour and features a drop of about 200 feet.

The lawsuits allege that the ride’s design can expose passengers to intense forces and rapid changes in movement that may contribute to serious injuries. These claims remain allegations and have not been established as facts by a court.

Previous Death Linked To Ride

The lawsuits also follow the 2022 death of 22-year-old Christopher Hawley after he rode X2. His family alleged that he suffered fatal head trauma connected to the attraction. The family’s lawsuit was settled in August 2026 for an undisclosed amount.

X2 Remains Closed

X2 has remained closed since July 12, 2026, while California workplace safety officials review the attraction. The investigation is ongoing, and public findings have not established that the ride caused the injuries alleged in the lawsuits.

Six Flags has declined to comment on the pending litigation. The company has said it does not comment on ongoing lawsuits. The cases are expected to examine the ride’s design, the forces experienced by passengers, the park’s safety procedures and the medical circumstances surrounding the reported injuries. Because the lawsuits are still pending, the allegations should not be treated as proven findings.