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Amazon, Tesco and Argos are the latest retailers who are concerned about the actions that must be taken
Let Christmas gadgets burn
Amazon has told customers who buy hoverboards to throw away hoverboards and take action on safety issues with other major retailers.
Just a few days ago, it seems that the site has stopped selling essential products.
In some reports of model explosions or fires, there are Christmas gadgets.
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The company said it "handles this product ". . .
As soon as possible ".
The email added: "We regret the inconvenience this may have caused you, but believe you will understand that your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities.
"It also stated that a full refund would be made to the affected person.
The second email was sent to the customer who purchased the hoverboard with a "rechargeable lithium ion battery and plug.
It contains tips and suggestions for similar concerns about the safety of these gadgets.
Argos also stated that it would withdraw its Nevaboard from the shelf for additional testing and that any customer who has already purchased Nevaboard is entitled to a refund.
Tescotold Sky News: "As a precaution, we have suspended sales of all hoverboards in the store and online.
"Halfords said it was still trying to track 30 customers who purchased the Air Runner Balance Board due to concerns that the product did not meet UK standards and could create a fire risk.
Retail Inspector Dean Denham has said harsh words to those who have not taken relevant safety precautions.
"I urge UK retailers to take responsible steps to remove unsafe hoverboards from sales, otherwise they will be at risk of full entry into force of the Consumer Protection Act, under which, retailers can take responsibility for any harm caused by unsafe goods.
"Consumers who have already purchased hoverboards, perhaps as a Christmas gift, should contact the retailer and ask them to guarantee in writing that it is safe, especially that it has a compliant plug with a fuse.
"Earlier this month, it was revealed that ports and airports across the UK have confiscated 15,000 of national trade standards since October.
It is reported that the hovercraft caught fire in some incidents.
The wired technology website claims that one of the main reasons is the low quality of the battery and the defective charger.