Over 500,000 hoverboards have been recalled and there are 300+ reports of batteries overheating or exploding into flames. Tragically, several children have died when hoverboards sparked house fires.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was burned by an exploding hoverboard, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
UPDATE: Safety Warning for Evercross EV5 Hoverboard
In March 2024, safety officials warned consumers to immediately stop using Evercross EV5 Hoverboards after they were linked to a fire that caused substantial damage to a residential building in New York City.
25,000 Hover-1 Helix Hoverboards Recalled After 3 Fires
In December 2023, DGL Group recalled about 25,000 Hover-1 Helix Hoverboards because the battery can catch on fire. There were 3 reports of fires, which caused 5 people to suffer smoking inhalation injuries, nausea, headaches, or coughing. There was also $25,000 in property damage.
Jetson Hoverboard Linked to Deadly House Fire
In March 2023, safety officials announced a recall for all 42-Volt Jetson Rogue Hoverboards after one of these devices was linked to a deadly house fire, plus several reports of overheating, melting, sparking, and flames.
The house fire occurred in April 2022 in Pennsylvania and tragically killed two sisters who were trapped in an upstairs bedroom. The recall involves about 53,000 Jetson Rogue Hoverboards / Self-Balancing Scooters that were sold at Target, Walmart, other stores and online from August 2018 through November 2021.
Court Holds Amazon Responsible for Hoverboard Lawsuit
In April 2021, an appeals court in California determined that Amazon could be held liable for a hoverboard lawsuit that a woman filed after she was burned by a defective hoverboard that caught on fire. The woman, Kisha L, bought a hoverboard on Amazon from a Chinese company called SMILETO. The hoverboard caught on fire in her son’s bedroom and she was burned on her hand and foot.
Amazon Pays Hoverboard Lawsuit Settlement After House Fire
In April 2020, Amazon Inc. agreed to pay a confidential settlement to a wealthy family from Nashville, Tennessee, whose $1 million house was completely destroyed by a hoverboard fire. The fire was allegedly started by a counterfeit Fiturbo F1 hoverboard. Click here to read more.
93,000 Hover-1 Superfly Hoverboards Recalled from Best Buy
In May 2022, around 93,000 Hover-1 Superfly Hoverboards from Best Buy were recalled due to an injury hazard. The problem is that a software malfunction can cause the board to continue moving forward when the rider is not actively controlling the board. There were 4 minor injuries and 29 reports of the software malfunction.
They were sold at Best Buy stores nationwide and at Bestbuy.com from October 2020 through October 2021 for about $200.
List of Hoverboard Recalls
- Jetson Rogue Hoverboards (42-Volt)
- Hover-1 Superfly Hoverboard from Best Buy
- New High-Tech X1-5 Hoverboard
- Hovertrax 2.0 Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards with GLW Battery Packs
- Smart Balance Wheel Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Salvage World
- Drone Nerds Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards
- Go Wheels Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Four Star Imports
- iHoverspeed Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Simplified Wireless
- iLive Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Digital Products
- Tech Drift Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards
- Sonic Smart Wheels Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Recalled by Dollar Mania
- Digital Gadgets LLC – Hover-Way (16,000)
- Hoverboard LLC – Powerboard (70,000)
- Hype Wireless – Hype Roam (25,000)
- Keenford – iMoto (84,000)
- PTX Performance Products USA – Airwalk Self-Balancing Electric Scooter (4,900)
- Razor USA LLC – Hovertrax (28,000)
- Swagway LLC – Swagway X1 (267,000)
- Yuka Clothing – Wheeli, 2Wheelz, Back to the Future, Mobile Tech, HoverShark, NWS, X, Glider, and X-Rider (800)
- Boxcov’s – Orbit (1,300)
- Overstock.com – All hoverboards (4,300)
- Vecaro LifeStyle (600)
- World Trading Orbit Hoverboards (1,900)
- iRover Hoverboards (2,800)
Deadly Fire Linked to LayZ Board Hoverboard
Officials have evidence that a LayZ Board hoverboard sparked a house fire in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania that killed two young girls in March 2017. The fire started at around 8 p.m. on Friday night as the hoverboard was charging near the front door of the house. Over 3,000 LayZ Board hoverboards were sold in the United States. Click here to read more.
Swagway Class Action Lawsuit
In December 2015, a man from New York filed a class action lawsuit (PDF) against Swagway and Modell’s Sporting Goods after his hoverboard exploded after 45 minutes of charging and burned down part of his house — In Re: Michael Brown v. Swagway LLC — Case No. 3:15-cv-00588.
What is a Hoverboard?
Hoverboards, also known as “self-balancing scooters,” are two-wheeled vehicles that are powered by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. The rider stands on a platform between the wheels and moves by leaning forward or backward.
Hoverboard Explosions
Lithium-ion batteries pack a lot of power in a small size, making them ideal for hoverboards. They also contain extremely flammable chemicals that can ignite and cause fires or explosions when the battery overheats. There have been many reports of hoverboard batteries burning down houses while charging or catching on fire underfoot.
What Causes Lithium-Ion Batteries to Explode?
- Overcharging
- Using incompatible chargers
- Manufacturing defects
- Physical damage or being crushed
- Contact with metal (keys, coins, etc.)
- Hot temperatures
Over 500K Hoverboards Recalled for Explosion Risk
In July 2016, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled over 500,000 hoverboards after receiving 99 reports of batteries overheating, sparking, smoking, catching on fire, or exploding. The worst offenders included:
- Swagway X1 Smartboard: 42 hoverboard explosions or battery fires; 16 reports of severe burn injuries (leg, neck, and arm) or property damage.
- Hoverboard Powerboards: 27 reports of fires, sparking, or overheating; 1 report of property damage. Hoverboards were mostly sold at mall kiosks.
- Digital Gadgets Hover-Way: 17 reports of batteries overheating; 2 burn injuries; 2 reports of property damage. Hoverboards sold on QVC’s home shopping TV channel.
Vecaro Hoverboard Recall
In March 2017, a recall was issued for about 600 Vecaro LifeStyle hoverboards after 3 reports of the lithium-ion batteries overheating and smoking. The recall involves:
- Verona Glide65
- Drift8
- Trek10
Hoverboard Class Action Lawsuit
Class actions have been filed against hoverboard manufacturers, but not by people who were severely burned. These class action lawsuits are seeking refunds for everyone who bought a dangerous hoverboard. If compensation is awarded, everyone in the class action will share the payout.
Instead of a class action, our lawyers are filing individual lawsuits for people who were injured by a hoverboard explosion or fire. We specialize in helping victims of defective products seek compensation for their pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost income, permanent injuries, and more.
Do I have a Hoverboard Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was burned by an exploding hoverboard, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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