Hype Wireless recalls

Hype Wireless Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Recall date

2016-07-06

Recall number

16217

Product type

Hoverboard

Units

About 25,000

Hazard

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.

Incidents and injuries

Hype Wireless has received one report of a self-balancing scooter/hoverboard overheating and smoking. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Hype Wireless to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-compliant replacement.

Sold at

Bed Bath and Beyond, Sports Chalet, VMZ Enterprises LLC and Trans World Entertainment stores nationwide and online from November 2015 through January 2016 for about $500.

Made in

China

Official CPSC notice