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Product recall · CPSCNovember 14, 2017Serious
Tech Drift Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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 Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Tech Drift for instructions on returning their hoverboard for a free UL2272-certified replacement unit.
Who to contact: Tech Drift at 800-491-0264 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or email techdriftmyk@gmail.com for more information.
The product
This recall involves Tech Drift self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The hoverboards were sold in black and white.
Details
- Units affected
- About 100
- Recall date
- November 14, 2017
- Brand
- Tech Drift, of Los Angeles, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Online at www.techdrift.com and www.amazon.com from December 2015 through April 2016 for between $400 and $500.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Tech Drift Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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