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

Fire & burns

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

Units: 1900
Reports: —
Injuries: —
Deaths: 0
Price: $300
Remedy: Replace

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Affected

This recall involves Orbit brand self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium ion battery packs. Orbit brand hoverboards were sold in the following six colors: black, blue, gold, green, red and white. "Orbit" is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard.

The file

Sold at: Evine's televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.
Product type: Not stated
Made in: China
Recalled by: World Trading, of Valencia, Calif.

Incident log

None reported

What the notice says to do

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

World Trading toll-free at 877-498-8697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or email support@worldtrading23.com for more information.

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Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.