CPSC recall 16212
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-07-06
On 2016-07-06 the CPSC announced a recall of Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards by Boscov S Department Store, citing 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16212 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-07-06 |
| Published | 2016-07-06 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Boscov S Department Store |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards | This recall involves Orbit brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, that were sold by Boscov's. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. Orbit brand hoverboards were sold in the following colors: black, blue, gold, green, red and white. "Orbit" is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard.
Reason
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.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Self-Balancing-Scooters-Hoverboards
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