Self-balancing scooter (Hoverboard)
Burns, Fire Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0394/19 |
| Brand | The Scootershop |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 8 March 2019 |
Risk Description
The charging circuit of the product has no cut-off switch. The battery can consequently overcharge and overheat which may lead to a fire or burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standards EN 62133 and EN 60335-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 24/09/2018
Product Description
2-wheel self-balancing scooter (hoverboard), including instructions, and a charger. Charger Input: 100-240V~ Output: DC 42V. Number of model of the power charger: AOI-08420155DD1. Packaged in a brown rectangular cardboard box.