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CPSC recall · Reported March 30, 2023

Jetson Electric Bikes Recalls 42-Volt Rogue Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard; Two Deaths Reported

The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
23165
Affected scope
About 53,000
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Jetson Electric Bikes LLC, of Brooklyn, New York recalled This recall involves all 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The se… - a moderate-severity action.

Jetson Electric Bikes Recalls 42-Volt Rogue Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fi… was recalled by Jetson Electric Bikes LLC, of Brooklyn, New York in March 30, 2023. Reason: The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and stop charging the recalled scooters/hoverboar…. Verify recall #23165 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Jetson Electric Bikes LLC, of Brooklyn, New York issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard..

Moderate
severity level
March 30, 2023
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23165 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #23165) was formally reported on March 30, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Jetson Electric Bikes LLC, of Brooklyn, New York is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 53,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using and stop charging the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Jetson for a full refund. Jetson is contacting all known purchasers directly. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 53,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves all 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The self-balancing scooters/hoverboards have two wheels with light up hubcaps and come in the following colors: black, blue, red, pink, and purple with a black platform. Jetson is printed on one side of the body and on the top of the footpads. Affected units were manufactured from 2018 through 2019 and have a UL certification label and serial number on the bottom of the unit. Affected units do not have a barcode on the bottom of the unit. Units with a barcode next to the serial number are not included in this recall. The charge port on affected units has three pins and is located to the left of the power button. Units with a charge port that has just one pin and is located to the right of the power button are not included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and stop charging the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Jetson for a full refund. Jetson is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 23165
Date reported March 30, 2023
Date initiated March 30, 2023
Recalling firm Jetson Electric Bikes LLC, of Brooklyn, New York
Affected scope About 53,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using and stop charging the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Jetson for a full refund.…

  • Check the recall number (23165) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards. The self-balancing scooters/hoverboards have two wheels with light up hubcaps and come in the following colors: black, blue, red, pink, and purple with a black platform. Jetson is printed on one side of the body and on the top of the footpads. Affected units were manufactured from 2018 through 2019 and have a UL certification label and serial number on the bottom of the unit. Affected units do not have a barcode on the bottom of the unit. Units with a barcode next to the serial number are not included in this recall. The charge port on affected units has three pins and is located to the left of the power button. Units with a charge port that has just one pin and is located to the right of the power button are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Jetson Electric Bikes LLC, of Brooklyn, New York. Units affected: About 53,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and stop charging the recalled scooters/hoverboards and contact Jetson for a full refund. Jetson is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 30, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23165.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (23165) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported March 30, 2023. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.