Sublue Recalls Lithium-Ion Batteries Sold for Sublue Mix Underwater Scooters Due to Fire Hazard

Issue & Risk

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall Details

Starting Date: March 13, 2025

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.

Sold At: Online at www.amazon.com, www.costco.com, www.sublue.com, www.westmarine.com and other websites from June 2018 through February 2025 for approximately $550 (scooters) and $150 (replacement batteries).

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

What you should do/ Action taken

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.

Summary

Sublue has recalled lithium-ion batteries sold for Sublue Mix Underwater Scooters due to a fire hazard. The recall affects batteries sold between 2022 and 2024, as they can overheat and catch fire, posing a risk of burns and property damage. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Sublue for a free replacement or refund. For more details, customers can visit Sublue’s official website or reach out to their support team.

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