Neon one wheel electric skateboards recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

October 24, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Yvolve Sports Recalls Electric Skateboards Due to to Fall Hazard; New Instructions and Warning Labels Provided

Recall number

19020

Sold / distributed

Walmart, Toys "R" Us and online at Amazon.com from October 2017 through September 2018 for about $500.

Why it was recalled

The tire on the skateboard can deflate, posing a fall hazard to the user.

What was recalled

This recall involves the Neon Nitro 8, a self-balancing, single-wheeled, battery-powered, electric skateboard from Yvolve Sports under the Neon brand. The product is powered by the user placing one foot on the rear and front decks, gaining balance and then shifting their weight backwards or forwards to control the speed. "Neon" is printed on the skateboard.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the skateboards immediately and contact Yvolve Sports to receive a new permanent warning label and updated instructions on how to properly inflate the tire. New instructions can also be obtained through the firm's website at https://www.neonlyghts.com/pub/media/manuals/Neon_Nitro_8_IM.pdf. Follow the official notice for full instructions.