iRover Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

Date of Recall

2017-07-24

CPSC Release Number

17-193

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 2,800

Importer

iRover LLC, of Fair Lawn, N.J.

Sold By

Fallas Stores of Los Angeles, California, and T.J. Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide   from December 2015 through December 2016 for between $300 and $400.

Problem/Hazard

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

Injuries/Incidents

There have been two reports of the battery packs in the recalled self-balancing scooters/hoverboards smoking and overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

This recall involves iRover self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, model numbers 87645 and 87644. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The boards have "iRover" printed on the front outer casing and come in black and white. The model number is listed on the bottom of the unit.

Remedy

Replace

Consumer Contact

iRover toll-free at 888-348-6434 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.iroverus.com and click on Recall Notice for more information.    

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