iHoverspeed Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Simplified Wireless Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2017-11-14 · 18029
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.
Recall
Number
18029
Date
2017-11-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Amazon.com, iHoverspeed.com and other online retailers from November 2015 to December 2015 for between $290 and $330.
Importer(s)
Simplified Wireless, of Element, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
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.