CPSCRecalled Jul 6, 2016 · #16212
Boscov's Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard
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.
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This recall involves Orbit brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, that were sold by Boscov's. 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 colors: black, blue, gold, green, red and white. "Orbit" is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard.
Product details
- Product
- Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
- Type
- Powered Scooters or Skateboards
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Boscov's stores in the Mid-Atlantic region and online at boscovs.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $350.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Boscov's to return their hoverboard for a full refund or a store credit.