Warning
Sublue Recalls Lithium-Ion Batteries Sold for Sublue Mix Underwater Scooters Due to Fire Hazard
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #25169
Sublue Recalls Lithium-Ion Batteries Sold for Sublue Mix Underwater Scooters Due to Fire Hazard
Sublue Technology Inc., of Walnut, California · Sublue Mix underwater scooters and replacement batteries (black batteries only)
Product Description
This recall involves certain Sublue Mix underwater scooter lithium-ion batteries and replacement batteries. The scooters are used for gliding through water. The batteries covered by the recall are black only. The scooters were sold in arctic white, space blue and aqua blue. The scooters have "Sublue" printed on the top and "Whiteshark Mix Underwater Scooter" printed on the side. The battery compartment is located on the underside of the scooter.
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the scooters with the recalled batteries immediately and contact Sublue for a free new generation battery replacement (gray battery). Sublue will provide a battery collection kit for the consumer to return the recalled battery and will provide the replacement battery upon return of the recalled battery. Note: Do not throw this recalled battery in the trash or in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by municipal recycling centers for damaged, defective, or recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries.
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Reported Injuries
Sublue has received 161 reports of thermal and swelling incidents involving the lithium-ion batteries, including eight reports of fire, one report of injury, and two reports of property damage totaling $651,400.
411 Press Analysis
Sublue has received 161 reports of thermal and swelling incidents involving the lithium-ion batteries, including eight reports of fire, one report of injury, and two. The CPSC has recalled about 40,370 of Sublue Mix underwater scooters and replacement batteries (black batteries only), manufactured by Sublue Technology Inc., of Walnut, California. The recall was announced on March 13, 2025. The lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Consumers should discontinue use and receive a free replacement. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and is providing remedy options to affected purchasers. Report any incidents involving this product to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.
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