Remote-Control Helicopter Toys Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-12-18). Hazards: fire, burn. About 1,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07512 |
| Published | 2006-12-18 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Helicopters |
| Products | Remote-Control Dragonfly King HX-242 Helicopter (also known as the Micro R/C Helicopter) |
| Firms | ThinkGeek Inc., of Fairfax, Va. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,600 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | ThinkGeek.com Web site during November 2006 for about $40. |
Description
The recalled toy helicopters are remote-controlled lightweight plastic toy helicopters. The helicopter is sold with a control unit, a charger and rechargeable batteries in the body of the toy. The body of the helicopter measures about 13 inches in length and the rotor diameter is about 10 inches. The helicopter is yellow and red with green rotors. The helicopter has a label on the front that reads "Champion HX242 Electric Power Helicopter."
Hazard
The helicopter battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact ThinkGeek to receive a refund or a replacement product.
Incidents and injuries
ThinkGeek has received five reports of the battery overheating. No fires or injuries have been reported.
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