Boosted Recalls Electric Skateboards Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2017-01-12 · 17068
Hazards
The lithium ion battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
17068
Date
2017-01-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Electric-powered skateboards
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Boosted Inc., of Mountain View, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Online at boostedboards.com from September 2016 through November 2016 for about $1,500.
Importer(s)
Boosted Inc., of Mountain View, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves 2nd Generation Boosted Dual+ electric skateboards with lithium ion battery packs. "Boosted" is printed on the wooden skateboards. Serial numbers that start with S2634 through S2644 are located on a white sticker on the bottom of the boards. The battery packs were sold as original equipment with the skateboards and are attached to the bottom of the board in a black thermoplastic enclosure. Model number B2SR and "Boosted Lithium" are printed on the battery pack. The battery packs have an orange power button.