Remote Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-11-09). Hazards: burn. About 46,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07031 |
| Published | 2006-11-09 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Helicopters |
| Products | Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter |
| Firms | Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 46,200 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | National retailers from July 2006 through early November 2006 for about $100. |
Description
The recalled remote control toy helicopters are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure 7 inches from end to end. Designs are printed on the helicopter's body. The helicopter comes with a control unit and a charger and rechargeable batteries are pre-installed in the fuselage. This recall involves toys one of the following date codes: 06XXXXHM2, 06XXXXHM8, 06XXXXHM186. The date codes are located on a sticker on the bottom of the helicopter's body and on the inside of the controller's battery compartment. Toys currently on retail shelves or having a date code ending in 386 are not included in this recall.
Hazard
The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product.
Incidents and injuries
Spin Master has received 11 reports of the toy overheating, including two fires and one report of a consumer receiving minor skin burns.
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