PTX Performance Products Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 16208 · announced July 6, 2016 · Ptx Performance Products · 4,900 units affected
The product
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.
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Remedy type: No Remedy Available
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: The Sports Authority, MC Sports stores nationwide and online at Academy.com and DICKS.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $500.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.