CPSC Recall in 2017: iRover Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2017.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-193

Date: July 24, 2017

Product Name: Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards

Recall Description:

This recall involves iRover self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, model numbers 87645 and 87644.  Hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. The boards have “iRover” printed on the front outer casing and come in black and white. The model number is listed on the bottom of the unit.

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: About 2,800

Incidents:

There have been two reports of the battery packs in the recalled self-balancing scooters/hoverboards smoking and overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At:

Fallas Stores of Los Angeles, California, and T.J. Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide   from December 2015 through December 2016 for between $300 and $400.

Manufactured In:

China