PTX Performance Products Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 16-208 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 6, 2016
- Brand
- PTX Performance Products
- Category
- E-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards
- Products
- Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- No Remedy Available
- Units
- About 4,900
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 6, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Airwalk brand 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. Airwalk brand hoverboards were sold in black or white colors. The AIRWALK logo is printed on the front right foot pad.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards · About 4,900 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: The Sports Authority, MC Sports stores nationwide and online at Academy.com and DICKS.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $500.; PTX Performance Products USA, of Irvine, Calif..
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 44 recalls in the e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards category, 7 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards (About 4,900 units). This recall involves Airwalk brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available.
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