Risk of Explosion and Hearing Damage Prompts Recall of Remote Control Airplanes
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-07-24). Hazards: explosion. Models: 4116. About 21,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07250 |
| Published | 2007-07-24 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Radio-Controlled Airplanes |
| Products | Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control Airplanes |
| Firms | Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 21,000 |
| Model numbers | 4116 |
| Hazard classes | explosion |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Hobby stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $20 and $40. |
Description
This recall involves Model 4116 Sky Rangers Park Flyer radio control airplanes, which come with a black battery charger. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 14 inches, a light blue, white and orange polystyrene foam fuselage, and a copper coil on the rudder. Airplanes with a warning sticker on the fuselage near the on/off switch are not included in the recall.
Hazard
The airplanes are launched by hand and can explode near the consumer's head, posing a risk of temporary hearing loss and injuries to eyes, face and hands.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled airplanes immediately and contact Estes-Cox to verify that their plane is being recalled and for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.
Incidents and injuries
Estes-Cox has received 45 reports of airplanes exploding, including 22 reports of consumers experiencing temporary ear pain or hearing being affected; five reports of minor burns to hands, faces or eyes; two reports of chest impact from debris; two reports of eye injuries; and one report of a cut hand. One consumer sought medical attention for burning eyes.
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