Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
CPSC Recall #16-217 — July 6, 2016
Product
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Description
The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat.
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
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled product and contact Hype Wireless to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-compliant replacement.
Units Affected
About 25,000
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.
Manufacturer
Hype Wireless Ltd, of Edison, N.J.
Importer
Hype Wireless Ltd, of Edison, N.J.
Manufactured In
China