DGL Group of Edison, N.J., is recalling about 25,000 Hover-1 Helix hoverboards (camouflage and galaxy colors only).
The hoverboard’s lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The company has received three reports of fire, which are associated with five reports of people experiencing headaches, nausea, or coughs from smoke inhalation and approximately $25,000 in reported property damage.
This recall involves certain Hover-1 Helix hoverboards sold in camouflage and galaxy colors.
The recalled hoverboards have serial numbers containing 15914, 19203, or 19988 as the fifth code in the six-code serial number affixed to the bottom of the board.
“Hover-1” is printed on the front of the hoverboard.
The model “Hover-1 Helix” and the serial number are printed on separate labels on the bottom of the hoverboard.
The hoverboards, manufactured in China, were sold online at www.walmart.com and www.amazon.com from September 2020, through December 2021, for between about $170 and $200.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled hoverboards immediately and contact Hover-1 for instructions as to how to receive a free replacement.
Consumers may contact DGL toll-free at (888) 556-8426 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.hover-1.com/pages/important-safety-information.
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Posted: 2023-12-29 15:05:50
