Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 6, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Hype Wireless Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

16217

Brand / firm

Hype Wireless Ltd, of Edison, N.J.

Sold / distributed

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.

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 Hype Roam brand 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. Roam brand hoverboards were sold in black, red and blue. Roam is printed on a sticker attached to the undercarriage of the scooter.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Hype Wireless to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-compliant replacement.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.