Remote-Controlled Helicopters Recalled by Imagine Nation Books Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-05-12). Hazards: fire, burn. About 46,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10228 |
| Published | 2010-05-12 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Helicopters |
| Products | Fly Dragonfly (also called "Queen Bee") Remote-Controlled Helicopters |
| Firm named in the title | Imagine Nation Books |
| Firms | Imagine Nation Books Ltd./Books Are Fun, of Boulder, Colo. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 46,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Book/gift fairs held in schools, hospitals and office buildings nationwide from August 2009 through January 2010 for about $38. |
Description
This recall involves the "Fly Dragonfly" (also called "Queen Bee") remote-controlled helicopters. The helicopters are black and yellow plastic, measure about 19 inches long by 6 ½ inches high. The helicopters have a rounded front yellow cockpit with bee decals and a narrow black plastic tail assembly. They were sold with a remote-control unit and a separate charger. "Fly Dragonfly" and SKU #51727 are printed on the packaging.
Hazard
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, igniting the helicopter and posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helicopters and contact Imagine Nation Books Ltd/Books Are Fun to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 49 reports of the helicopters overheating, including six reports of flames coming from the helicopters, and one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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