Hoverboards recalled over explosion fears

An electrical goods manufacturer has recalled a range of self-balancing scooters / hoverboards following concerns that the devices could catch fire or even explode.
Hoverboards are being recalled.Hoverboards are being recalled.
Hoverboards are being recalled.

Zulily has issued the recall notice as the lithium-ion battery packs in the scooters and hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of the products smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.

Hoverboards, also known as self-balancing boards or scooters, were among the must-have gifts in the UK last Christmas but various products including those manufactured by Groundspeeder were also affected by overheating concerns.

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The latest recall applies to all models of hoverboards / self-balancing scooters under brand names Smart Gear, Vertigo, and Xtreme.

Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact zulily for information on a refund. The US-based manufacturer can be emailed at [email protected].