iLive Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Digital Products Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced November 14, 2017 CPSC #18030

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iLive Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Digital Products Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #18030, announced on November 14, 2017. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves iLive self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, with model numbers GSB56BC, GSB56RC, GSB65BUC, GSB56WC and GSB56GDC. The model number is printed on the bottom of the unit. The hoverboards have two wheels, one at either end of a platform, and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. "iLive" is printed in the center of the hoverboard's top surface as well as underneath the top deck, facing the ground. The hoverboards were sold in black, red, white, blue and gold. Some units were sold with a black carrying case. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact digital products (dpi) for instructions on how to obtain a free ul2272-certified replacement unit.. Affected brand: Digital Products International Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves iLive self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, with model numbers GSB56BC, GSB56RC, GSB65BUC, GSB56WC and GSB56GDC. The model number is printed on the bottom of the unit. The hoverboards have two wheels, one at either end of a platform, and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. "iLive" is printed in the center of the hoverboard's top surface as well as underneath the top deck, facing the ground. The hoverboards were sold in black, red, white, blue and gold. Some units were sold with a black carrying case.

Affected products

Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

Recalled brands

Digital Products International Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Digital Products (DPI) for instructions on how to obtain a free UL2272-certified replacement unit.

Recall date

November 14, 2017

Categories

Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #18030?

CPSC recall #18030 covers iLive Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Digital Products Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 14, 2017. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves iLive self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, with model numbers GSB56BC, GSB56RC, GSB65BUC, GSB56WC and GSB56GDC. The model number is printed on the bottom of the unit. The hoverboards have two wheels, one at either end of a platform, and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. "iLive" is printed in the center of the hoverboard's top surface as well as underneath the top deck, facing the ground. The hoverboards were sold in black, red, white, blue and gold. Some units were sold with a black carrying case.

What is the remedy for recall #18030?

The CPSC remedy for recall #18030 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact digital products (dpi) for instructions on how to obtain a free ul2272-certified replacement unit.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell iLive Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Digital Products Due to Fire Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/iLive-SelfBalancing-ScootersHoverboards-Recalled-by-Digital-Products-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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