Reported Jan 12, 2017
Boosted Recalls Electric Skateboards Due to Fire Hazard
Boosted Inc. of Mountain View, Calif.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skateboards and contact Boosted for a free replacement battery pack.
Firm contact: Boosted toll-free at 844-395-0070 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at https://boostedboards.com and click on Battery Pack Recall for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Electric-powered skateboards
- Amount recalled
- About 3,200 (in addition, about 100 units sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Online at boostedboards.com from September 2016 through November 2016 for about $1,500..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The lithium ion battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: Boosted has received two reports of the battery packs overheating and smoking. No injuries have been reported.
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