Stardust Racers Partially Shuts Down at Epic Universe, Returns to Full Operation by Late Afternoon

Overview

• On February 8, one side of the dueling Stardust Racers coaster stopped operating for several hours, reducing capacity and eliminating the head‑to‑head race experience.
• Guest videos documented the one‑track operation and longer queues before both sides were restored at roughly 4:00 p.m.
• Universal Orlando Resort did not issue a public explanation for the partial closure or what work restored the second track.
• The incident followed a late‑January double‑valley stall that required a crane to remove both trains and kept the ride closed for nearly four days.
• The coaster’s troubles have drawn added scrutiny since a September 2025 rider death ruled accidental, a lawsuit that settled privately, and subsequent boarding rule changes requiring a few unassisted steps that disability advocates say limit access.