CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.
World Trading Recalls Orbit Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Sold by Evine
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact World Trading to exchange their hoverboard for a free UL-certified replacement hoverboard.
Contact Information
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
Sold At
Evine's televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
17051
Product Information
Product Name
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Number of Units
1900
Imported By
World Trading, of Valencia, Calif.
Manufactured In
China