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World Trading Recalls Orbit Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Sold by Evine

  • Orbit Self-Balancing Scooter/Hoverboard
Name of Product:
Lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Hazard:

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

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
December 13, 2016
Units:
1,900
Consumer Contact

World Trading toll-free at 877-498-8697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT

Monday through Friday or email support@worldtrading23.com for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Orbit brand self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium ion battery packs. Orbit brand hoverboards were sold in the following six colors: black, blue, gold, green, red and white.  “Orbit” is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact World Trading to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-certified replacement hoverboard.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold At:
Evine’s televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.
Importer(s):

World Trading, of Valencia, Calif.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
17-051

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