Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-02-12). Hazards: fire, burn. About 30,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08190 |
| Published | 2008-02-12 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Helicopters |
| Products | Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys |
| Firms | Soft Air USA Inc., of Grapevine, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 30,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Sporting goods stores and other retailers nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 for about $30. |
Description
This recall involves the remote-controlled helicopter toy "Fun2Fly Microcopter" with item number 91001. The helicopter comes with a transmitter that controls and recharges the helicopter. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 6 ½ inches by 2 ½ inches. The transmitter measures about 4 ½ inches by 5 inches. "Fun2Fly" and "Microcopter" are printed on the packaging. The item number is printed above the UPC label.
Hazard
The rechargeable battery contained inside the helicopter can catch fire during charging, igniting the helicopter and nearby combustible materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopter and return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Soft Air USA has received six reports of helicopters igniting, including one minor injury.
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