CPSC2016-07-06
Boscov's Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Boscov's Department Store LLC, of Reading, Pa.
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 and contact Boscov's to return their hoverboard for a full refund or a store credit.
Sold at
Boscov's stores in the Mid-Atlantic region and online at boscovs.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $350.
Affected count
About 1,300
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Consumer contact
Boscov's toll-free at 800-755-6391 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET or online at Boscovs.com and click on Customer Care and then Recall Notices for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Self-Balancing-Scooters-HoverboardsDon't want to check this manually?
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