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CPSCRecalled Jul 6, 2016 · #16213

Digital Gadgets 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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Description

This recall involves Hover-Way brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, with model number HWSBB601-R. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. They were sold in red, black or and white colors. Hover-Way is printed on the hoverboard's packaging.

Product details

Product
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Type
Powered Scooters or Skateboards
Manufacturer
Digital Gadgets LLC, of Monroe, N.J.
Model numbers
HWSBB601-R
UPCs
Sold at
QVC's televised shopping programs and on QVC's website from November 2015 through December 2015 for about $400.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Digital Gadgets to return their hoverboard for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice