There is "no federal safety standard specific to hoverboards," according to the New York Times, although some models are certified as safe by Underwriters Laboratories, a standards-setting and testing organization.įor brands with the UL certification, owners might consider a free replacement instead of a full refund, Mashable noted.Īccording to Mashable, the government's investigation is ongoing and may result in more recalls. iMOTO/Keenford Limited Smart Balance Board/I Lean Hoverboards Smart Balance Wheel/One. Hoverboard owners who want to find out if their model is part of the recall can call the CPSC consumer hotline at (800) 638-2772 or check at .Ĭonsumers have the options of “a full refund, a free repair or a free replacement depending on the model,” according to Mashable. CPSC states that Hoverboard safety is a priority investigation. Online retailer Overstock is also recalling its entire sold stock of hoverboards, and retail store Boscov’s is recalling the Orbit models it sold, leaving 10 companies impacted by the recall, according to CPSC. The Hover-Way, model number of HWSBB601-R, from Digital Gadgets. ![]() ![]()
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