Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 13, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

World Trading Recalls Orbit Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Sold by Evine

Recall number

17051

Sold / distributed

Evine's televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.

Why it was recalled

The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.

What was recalled

This recall involves Orbit brand self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium ion battery packs. Orbit brand hoverboards were sold in the following six colors: black, blue, gold, green, red and white. "Orbit" is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard.

What to do

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