Yuka Clothing Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 16-209 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 6, 2016
- Brand
- Yuka Clothing
- Category
- E-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards
- Products
- Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 800
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 6, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Wheeli, 2 Wheelz, Back to the Future, Mobile Tech, Hover Shark, NWS, X Glider and X Rider brand of self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, that were sold by Yuka Clothing. Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The hoverboards were sold in various colors and do not have any brand labels on them. The hoverboards were sold with a key fob that turns the hoverboard on and off.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards · About 800 units
Photos from the recall notice


Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Yuka Clothing stores nationwide and online choxi.com, groupon.com, Starshop.com and zulily.com from June 2015 through May 2016 for between $400 and $900.; Yuka Clothing, of Miami, Fla..
Injuries or incidents reported
There have been two incident reports involving the recalled self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. One incident involved a hoverboard sparking. The second involved a hoverboard that turned off while a consumer was riding it. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Consumer contact
Yuka Clothing toll-free at 800-616-0765 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email recall@yukaparis.com.
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 800 units). This recall involves Wheeli, 2 Wheelz, Back to the Future, Mobile Tech, Hover Shark, NWS, X Glider and X Rider brand of self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, that were sold by Yuka Clothing.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled products and contact Yuka Clothing to return their hoverboard for a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 6, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.