CPSC recall 18028
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2017-11-14
On 2017-11-14 the CPSC announced a recall of Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards by Four Star Imports, 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 | 18028 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2017-11-14 |
| Published | 2017-11-14 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Four Star Imports |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards | This recall involves all Go Wheels self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. "Go Wheel" is printed in a circle on the middle of the unit where the sides connect. The "Go Wheel" identification will illuminate when the hoverboard is powered on. They were sold in black, white, red, blue, gold and pink.
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
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