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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 700 units
Electrical Recall No. 18-034 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 smoking, catching fire and/or exploding. sold at Salvage World stores in Hattiesburg, Mississippi from August 2016 – March 2017 for about $150.

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Why it was recalled

The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of 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

The firm has received one report of a battery pack catching fire and/or exploding in Mississippi in 2017 resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Salvage World for instructions on returning their hoverboard for a store credit.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 700
Made inUnknown
Sold atSalvage World stores in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Sales periodAugust 2016 – March 2017
PriceAbout $150
Category Electrical

How to reach the firm

Phone
888-726-9603

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