Brain Injury Claims at the Amusement Park!

The X2, one of the most famous roller coasters at Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park in California, USA, remains closed indefinitely following allegations that passengers suffered serious brain injuries. It is reported that more than 100 people have reported similar health problems related to the coaster, which is the subject of three separate lawsuits.

The X2, one of the flagship rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, has been closed to visitors since July 12. The park management has yet to announce a date for when the coaster will resume operation.

Three Passengers File Lawsuit

The debate over the X2 intensified when three passengers—Pamela Guillen, Naomi Greer‑Wilkinson, and Michael Wilk—filed a lawsuit alleging they suffered serious brain injuries.

According to the lawsuit, Guillen rode the X2 on July 5 at the park she visited for her daughter's 16th birthday. She later became ill, and a hemorrhage was detected in her brain, leading to emergency surgery.

Greer‑Wilkinson, on the other hand, collapsed on the ground after riding the X2 on July 11. She also underwent emergency brain surgery, reports CNN. According to the doctors treating the two women, the injuries were linked to the coaster’s sudden accelerations and decelerations.

Michael Wilk claimed that he began experiencing cognitive problems after riding X2 in February. An MRI performed on Wilk revealed bleeding and swelling in his brain, after which he underwent surgery.

The court has not yet ruled on those allegations.

More than 100 People Filed Similar Complaints

According to attorneys following the lawsuits, the debate over X2 is not limited to the three plaintiffs. After a CNN investigation published in August, it was noted that more than 300 people contacted the law firm, while the attorneys said they represent over 100 individuals who claim to have suffered brain injuries after riding X2 in the past two years.

California's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) also launched an investigation into X2 after emergency crews were called to the park in July. The inquiry is reportedly still ongoing.

It Had Previously Come to Light After a Passenger's Death

X2 had previously come to public attention due to a serious incident. The 22‑year‑old Christopher Hawley lost his life after riding X2 in 2022.

Hawley's family later sued Six Flags and the train's manufacturer, S&S Worldwide. The lawsuit ended with a settlement before it was taken to court in August 2026. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed to the public.

It had set a precedent worldwide.

X2 has a notable history among roller‑coaster enthusiasts. First launched in 2002 under the name “X,” the ride was introduced as the world’s first “four‑dimensional” roller‑coaster.

Unlike conventional roller‑coasters, passengers do not sit directly on or beneath the tracks. The seats extend to either side of the train and rotate independently as the vehicle moves. Thus passengers travel at high speed while being turned in different directions by the seat rotation.

The roller‑coaster, capable of reaching speeds of about 122 kilometres per hour, was reopened in 2008 under the name “X2” after extensive modifications.

When It Will Open Is Unknown

At Six Flags Magic Mountain, Twisted Colossus, Tatsu, Wonder Woman Flight of Courage, and Full Throttle, among many other major roller coasters, continue to operate.

However, the future of X2, one of the park's most recognizable attractions, remains uncertain. While Six Flags has yet to announce a reopening date, California safety officials have also not disclosed when the ongoing investigation will be completed.

Thus, X2, a longtime favorite of adrenaline enthusiasts, continues to remain closed indefinitely under the shadow of serious injury allegations and the ongoing investigation.