CPSC2016-07-06
Overstock.com Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Overstock.com, of Salt Lake City, 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 and contact Overstock.com for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Sold at
Online at Overstock.com from September 2015 through December 2015 for between $365 and $485.
Affected count
About 4,300
Injuries reported
There has been one report of the battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards overheating and catching on fire. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Consumer contact
Overstock.com at 800-843-2446 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at Overstock.com and click on Customer Service at the bottom of the page, then Online Help Center, then "Hover Board" Self-Balancing Electric Scooter Announcement for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Overstock-Recalls-Self-Balancing-Scooters-HoverboardsDon't want to check this manually?
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