Hoverboarding in nice weather, enjoying the ride, and suddenly the hoverboard turns off. The sudden turn-off leads you toward falling. Are you concerned about the unusual behavior of the hoverboard? Do you want to know what to do in this situation? So let’s answer all these queries.

The hoverboard might trouble you by shutting off in between the ride. It is a sign that there is some problem with the hoverboard. The hardware or software malfunctioning can be the reason for hoverboards suddenly turning off. Any part like battery, motor, or wire can cause the defect. 

Suppose the hoverboard doesn’t work properly. And face the issue of stopping while riding. There must be a reason for this. Every problem has a solution, and you will learn it in this guide.

Reasons And Fixes For Hoverboard Turning Off

The hoverboard shows different signs to indicate that there is a problem. Sometimes it just turns off while riding it and doesn’t turn on, vibrate or beep. It is due to the following reason that a hoverboard shows unusuality and keeps on turning off whenever you ride on it.

  • Battery problem
  • Motor problem 
  • Loosening of wire
  • Software malfunctioning

Battery Problem:

The main reason for hoverboards suddenly shutting off could be the battery problem. The battery might be weak or doesn’t provide enough power to the board. The battery management system that has a battery pack with many battery cells can also make the hoverboard turn off.

A battery protection board tells if the battery is working properly or not. If there is any defect, that board will indicate it. Although in one point of view it is good as in case of problem it turns off the hoverboard to keep it safe from catching fire. But this can be dangerous for the rider.

FIXES:  Fixing a new battery to an old one can solve this problem, and you can enjoy hoverboarding again.

Motor Problem: 

Suppose, after replacing the battery, the hoverboard still shows the same behavior. It simply means that the battery was not the problem. Then the other reason is the motor of the hoverboard. The defect in the motor’s magnetic field might make the hoverboard off.

FIXES: Motor can be replaced and repaired depending upon the seriousness of the condition. 

Loosening Of Wire:

Suppose the wires inside the hoverboard, connected by various things like battery, motor, circuit board, etc., have some loosening. In that case, it can create a problem in the proper functioning of the hoverboard. Because of the loosening of wire, the hoverboard will not function due to less power supply, and it can cause a short circuit due to which the hoverboard switches off.

FIXES:  The wire should be tightened and fixed properly to solve this problem. For this, you need to open the hoverboard and carefully fix the wires. Ensure to wear protective gear.  

Software Malfunctioning:

The hoverboards function when you move, and the sensor interprets it to the gyroscope and makes it move the way you want. Software is installed inside the chip and placed inside it, and there is a circuit board that controls everything. Any problem with this can shut off the hoverboard.

FIXES: If such a thing happens, just reset the software so it will erase any error occurring causing trouble in the hoverboard. Rebooting can also be an option for such problems. 

Consequences Of Shutting Off Hoverboards, And Preventive Measures 

You have to face the following consequences if the hoverboard suddenly shuts off without any indication.

  • Riders may get imbalanced, lose control, and fall.
  • Riders can get hurt badly with the sudden jerk.
  • If the surface is not flat, it could result in serious injury and even death of the rider.
  • It can also result in damaging the hoverboard.

A person should take the following preventive measures to save the rider from injuries.

  • Always wear safety gear (helmet, knee and elbow pads, wrist guards.
  • Before riding, check the hoverboard to see if it is working properly.
  • Make sure to charge the hoverboard completely.

Final Thoughts

While working properly, the electrical devices often shut off suddenly, and you have no idea what happened. The same is with the hoverboard. The device doesn’t shut off without any reason but due to many factors, as explained above. Given below are these factors. So in case this happens to you, you can judge the problem and act accordingly. I hope you can solve the problem with the help of this article.