CPSC, Megatech Announce Recall of Rechargeable Battery Packs for Radio Controlled Airplanes
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-06-06). Hazards: fire, burn. About 3,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02546 |
| Published | 2002-06-06 |
| Last updated | 2025-11-07 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | NiMh battery packs used with certain Megatech radio-controlled airplanes |
| Firm named in the title | Megatech |
| Firms | Megatech, of North Bergen, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 3,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Airplanes with the recalled batteries were sold by Hammacher Schlemmer nationwide, from December 2000 to March 2001, for a suggested retail price between $224 and $300. The batteries were also sold separately for approximately $36. |
Description
These rechargeable, NiMh battery packs used with certain Megatech radio-controlled airplanes were included with Skyliner model radio-controlled airplanes. They are 7-cell, 8.4V battery packs and are covered in a light green plastic. They measure 1-1/4 inches wide, 3-7/8 inches long, and 1/2 inches thick. The batteries were made in China and the battery packs were assembled in Taiwan.
Hazard
The internal battery cell connections may slip and result in arcing and overheating, posing a fire or thermal burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these batteries immediately and contact Megatech for information on obtaining a replacement power supply.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 2 reports of these batteries overheating and causing localized burns to the interior of automobiles. No injuries have been reported.
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