Simplified Wireless · Recalled
iHoverspeed Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Simplified Wireless Due to Fire 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.
- Units
- About 900
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $290–$330
- Remedy
- Replace
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Affected
This recall involves all iHoverspeed 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. The hoverboards were sold in black, blue, red and white and have "iHoverspeed" printed on the front.
The file
- Sold at
- Amazon.com, iHoverspeed.com and other online retailers from November 2015 to December 2015 for between $290 and $330.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Simplified Wireless, of Element, N.Y.
Incident log
None reported
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled self-balancing scooters/hoverboards and contact Simplified Wireless to return their unit to receive a free UL2272-certified replacement unit.
Simplified Wireless toll-free at 833-220-1212 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email at simplifiedrecall@gmail.com.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.