Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 6, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Digital Gadgets Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/ Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

16213

Brand / firm

Digital Gadgets LLC, of Monroe, N.J.

Sold / distributed

QVC's televised shopping programs and on QVC's website from November 2015 through December 2015 for about $400.

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

This recall involves Hover-Way brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, with model number HWSBB601-R. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. They were sold in red, black or and white colors. Hover-Way is printed on the hoverboard's packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Digital Gadgets to return their hoverboard for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.