CPSC urges consumers to stop using Toos Elite 60-volt scooters after 2 die in fire

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has a issued a warning about a Toos Elite 60-volt electric scooters.

The warning comes after two people, including a seven-year-old, died in a New York City apartment fire that officials determined was caused by the lithium-ion battery in a Toos Elite 60-volt scooter. The fire occurred in April.

The scooters were sold under the brand-name “Zooz” and “Toos” exclusively in Toos Urban Ride stores in New York and online.

The scooter hasn't been certified by an accredited laboratory to the applicable UL safety standard.

The CPSC has guidelines for e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards on its website.