PTX Performance Products Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-07-06). Hazards: fire, burn, explosion. About 4,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16208 |
| Published | 2016-07-06 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-06 |
| Product category | Powered Scooters or Skateboards |
| Products | Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards |
| Firm named in the title | PTX Performance Products |
| Firms | PTX Performance Products USA, of Irvine, Calif. (manufacturer); PTX Performance Products USA, of Irvine, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,900 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, explosion |
| Remedy classes | no remedy |
| Sold | The Sports Authority, MC Sports stores nationwide and online at Academy.com and DICKS.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $500. |
Description
This recall involves Airwalk brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. Airwalk brand hoverboards were sold in black or white colors. The AIRWALK logo is printed on the front right foot pad.
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.
Remedy
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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