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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 1,800 units
Electrical Recall No. 18-028 Published November 14, 2017

Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

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. sold at Village Mart store in Memphis, Tennessee from October 2015 to March 2016 for about $200. for about $200.

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Recalled Go Wheels hoverboard
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Recalled Go Wheels hoverboard

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

Four Star Imports has received one report of a self-balancing scooter/hoverboard overheating. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

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

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 1,800
Made inChina
Sold atVillage Mart store in Memphis, Tennessee from October 2015 to March 2016 for about $200.
PriceAbout $200
Category Electrical

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-780-5231
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT or online at www
Recall page
www.villagemart.com

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