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Fire / OverheatingNovember 14, 2017CPSC #18028

Go Wheels Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Four Star Imports Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Village Mart

Brand
Unknown
Product
Hoverboards
Units affected
1,800
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves all Go Wheels 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. "Go Wheel" is printed in a circle on the middle of the unit where the sides connect. The "Go Wheel" identification will illuminate when the hoverboard is powered on. They were sold in black, white, red, blue, gold and pink.

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.

Injuries

Four Star Imports has received one report of a self-balancing scooter/hoverboard overheating. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Village Mart store in Memphis, Tennessee from October 2015 to March 2016 for about $200.

Photos

Recalled Go Wheels hoverboardThe “Go Wheel” icon will illuminate when the hoverboard is powered onRecalled Go Wheels hoverboard packaging
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