Safety warning Serious risk 10 December 2021

Mega Motion Self Balancing Scooter (Hoverboard)

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Mega Motion Self Balancing Scooter (Hoverboard)
Photo: official notice
Affected
Pink self-balancing hoverboard with Meta Motion branding, supplied in brown cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality and did not meet the minimum creepage and clearance distances.
What to do
The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Hoverboard
Brand Mega Motion
Model HY-AO3
Batch QFY-UK-ZJ-210916
Barcode 210908504
Colour Rose
Charger Model SLS4210
Country of Origin China
Product description Pink self-balancing hoverboard with Meta Motion branding, supplied in brown cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality, had insufficient creepage and clearance distances, and had an excessively long live pin. Improvements are also required to marking, labelling and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and the product withdrawn from the market.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2112-0102

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 10 December 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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