CPSC2016-07-06
Hype Wireless Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Hype Wireless Ltd, of Edison, N.J.
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 Hype Wireless to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-compliant replacement.
Sold at
Bed Bath and Beyond, Sports Chalet, VMZ Enterprises LLC and Trans World Entertainment stores nationwide and online from November 2015 through January 2016 for about $500.
Affected count
About 25,000
Injuries reported
Hype Wireless has received one report of a self-balancing scooter/hoverboard overheating and smoking. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Consumer contact
Hype Wireless toll-free at 866-449-7186 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.hyperoam.com and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Hype-Wireless-Recalls-Self-Balancing-Scooters-HoverboardsDon't want to check this manually?
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