World Trading recalls

World Trading Recalls Orbit Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Sold by Evine

Recall date

2016-12-13

Recall number

17051

Product type

Hoverboard

Units

1900

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

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact World Trading to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-certified replacement hoverboard.

Sold at

Evine's televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.

Made in

China

Official CPSC notice