The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16212·Announced 2016-07-06

Boscov's Recalls Orbit Hoverboards Due to Fire and Explosion Hazard

Boscov's is recalling Orbit brand self-balancing scooters because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a risk of fire or explosion.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire/explosion) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Boscov's is recalling Orbit brand self-balancing scooters, commonly known as hoverboards, due to a fire hazard. The lithium-ion battery packs in these products can overheat, posing a risk of the products smoking, catching fire, and/or exploding. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled hoverboards were sold in black, blue, gold, green, red, and white colors. The word "Orbit" is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard. Approximately 1,300 units were sold by Boscov's stores in the Mid-Atlantic region and online at boscovs.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $350.

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Boscov's to return their hoverboard for a full refund or a store credit. Boscov's can be reached toll-free at 800-755-6391 or online at Boscovs.com under Customer Care and Recall Notices.

The recalled product

Product
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Category
Consumer Product — Personal Transportation
Hazard
Affected units
1,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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