CPSC2016-12-13
World Trading Recalls Orbit Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Sold by Evine
World Trading, of Valencia, Calif.
Hazard
The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact World Trading to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-certified replacement hoverboard.
Sold at
Evine's televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.
Affected count
1900
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Consumer contact
World Trading toll-free at 877-498-8697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or email support@worldtrading23.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/World-Trading-Recalls-Orbit-Self-Balancing-Scooters-and-HoverboardsDon't want to check this manually?
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