CPSC Recall in 2016: World Trading Recalls Orbit Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Sold by Evine

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-051

Date: December 13, 2016

Product Name: Lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

Recall Description:

This recall involves Orbit brand self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium ion battery packs. Orbit brand hoverboards were sold in the following six colors: black, blue, gold, green, red and white.  “Orbit” is printed on a black sticker on the underside of the hoverboard.

Hazard Description:

The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 1,900

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Evine’s televised shopping programs and online at evine.com in December 2015 for about $300.

Manufactured In:

China