CPSC2016-07-06
Hoverboard LLC Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
PSDI, of Orem, Utah
Hazard
The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of the products smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products. The firm is no longer in business. A remedy is no longer available.
Sold at
Mall kiosks operated by Hoverboard LLC at 35 locations nationwide and online at Amazon.com and the powerboard.com from September 2015 through April 2016 for between $350 and $1,000.
Affected count
About 70,000
Injuries reported
There have been 27 reports of the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards overheating, sparking and smoking, including one report of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
No Remedy Available
Products
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Consumer contact
CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Hoverboard-LLC-Recalls-Self-Balancing-Scooters-HoverboardsDon't want to check this manually?
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