Keenford Limited recalls

Keenford Limited Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/ Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Recall date

2016-07-06

Recall number

16216

Product type

Hoverboard

Units

About 84,000

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

There have been six incidents reported of sparks, overheating and short circuits with the recalled hoverboards. No injuries and property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Keenford Limited to exchange their hoverboard for a refund in the form of a store credit or a free replacement hoverboard that is certified to comply with UL2272.

Sold at

Macy's, The Athlete's Foot and other stores nationwide and online at imotohk.com and hoverboard360.com from September 2015 through December 2015 for between $400 and $600.

Made in

China

Official CPSC notice