Neon one wheel electric skateboards
CPSC Recall #19-020 — October 24, 2018
Product
Neon one wheel electric skateboards
Description
This recall involves the Neon Nitro 8, a self-balancing, single-wheeled, battery-powered, electric skateboard from Yvolve Sports under the Neon brand. The product is powered by the user placing one foot on the rear and front decks, gaining balance and then shifting their weight backwards or forwards to control the speed. “Neon” is printed on the skateboard.
Hazard
The tire on the skateboard can deflate, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 128 reports of flat tires. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the skateboards immediately and contact Yvolve Sports to receive a new permanent warning label and updated instructions on how to properly inflate the tire. New instructions can also be obtained through the firm’s website at https://www.neonlyghts.com/pub/media/manuals/Neon_Nitro_8_IM.pdf
Units Affected
About 10,000
Sold At
Walmart, Toys “R” Us and online at Amazon.com from October 2017 through September 2018 for about $500.
Importer
Yvolve Sports Ltd, of Torrance, Calif.
Manufactured In
China