Reported Jul 6, 2016
Boscov's Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Boscov's Department Store LLC of Reading, Pa.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Boscov's to return their hoverboard for a full refund or a store credit.
Firm contact: Boscov's toll-free at 800-755-6391 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET or online at Boscovs.com and click on Customer Care and then Recall Notices for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
- Amount recalled
- About 1,300
Where it was sold
Sold at Boscov's stores in the Mid-Atlantic region and online at boscovs.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $350..
Why it was recalled
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.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported
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