Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 14, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Tech Drift Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

Recall number

18031

Sold / distributed

Online at www.techdrift.com and www.amazon.com from December 2015 through April 2016 for between $400 and $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 Tech Drift self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The hoverboards were sold in black and white.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Tech Drift for instructions on returning their hoverboard for a free UL2272-certified replacement unit.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.