iRover recalls

iRover Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Recall date

2017-07-24

Recall number

17193

Product type

Hoverboard

Units

About 2,800

Hazard

The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.

Incidents and injuries

There have been two reports of the battery packs in the recalled self-balancing scooters/hoverboards smoking and overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact iRover for instructions on returning their hoverboard for a free UL2272-certified replacement unit.

Sold at

Fallas Stores of Los Angeles, California, and T.J. Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide from December 2015 through December 2016 for between $300 and $400.

Made in

China

Official CPSC notice