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iHoverspeed Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Simplified Wireless Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled November 14, 2017 · CPSC recall 18029

iHoverspeed self-balancing scooter/hoverboard

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.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 900

Incidents / injuries

None reported

Description

This recall involves all iHoverspeed self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The hoverboards were sold in black, blue, red and white and have "iHoverspeed" printed on the front.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled self-balancing scooters/hoverboards and contact Simplified Wireless to return their unit to receive a free UL2272-certified replacement unit.

Contact

Simplified Wireless toll-free at 833-220-1212 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email at [email protected].

Product

Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

Imported by

Simplified Wireless, of Element, N.Y.

Retailers

Amazon.com, iHoverspeed.com and other online retailers from November 2015 to December 2015 for between $290 and $330.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →