Important Product Safety Recalls
| Hype Wireless Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard posted 7/6/2016 |
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Recall SummaryName of product:
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
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:
ReplaceConsumer Contact:
Hype Wireless toll-free at 866-449-7186 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.hyperoam.com and click on Recall for more information. Recall Details Report an Incident Involving this ProductUnits:
About 25,000
Incidents/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 product 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. " Manufacturer(s):
"Hype Wireless Ltd, of Edison, N.J." Importer(s):
Hype Wireless Ltd, of Edison, N.J. Manufactured In:
China
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