Recalls / 2016-07-06
Digital Gadgets Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/ Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
16213 · Recalled 2016-07-06 · CPSC page
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.
Hazards
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.
Reported injuries
There have been 17 incident reports of the battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards overheating, including two reports of burn injuries and two reports of property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Digital Gadgets to return their hoverboard for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards | About 16,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Digital Gadgets LLC
- Importer
- Digital Gadgets LLC, of Monroe, N.J.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- QVC's televised shopping programs, on QVC's website
Consumer contact
Digital Gadgets toll-free at 866-696-3421 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at hover-way.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 16213. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.