Tech Drift Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards
CPSC recall 18031 · announced November 14, 2017 · Tech Drift · 100 units affected
The product
This recall involves Tech Drift self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The hoverboards were sold in black and white.
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)
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Tech Drift for instructions on returning their hoverboard for a free UL2272-certified replacement unit. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Online at www.techdrift.com and www.amazon.com from December 2015 through April 2016 for between $400 and $500.
Consumer contact: Tech Drift at 800-491-0264 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or email techdriftmyk@gmail.com for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.