Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
CPSC Recall #18-027 — November 14, 2017
Product
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Description
This recall involves certain Drone Nerds self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards . The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. They were sold in a variety of colors.
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.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hoverboards and contact Drone Nerds to return the unit to receive a full refund or store credit.
Units Affected
About 700
Sold At
Drone Nerds store in Aventura, Florida and online at www.dronenerds.com from November 2015 through March 2016 for about $300.
Importer
Drone Nerds Inc., of Aventura, Fla.
Manufactured In
China