Horizon Hobby Recalls Spektrum Receivers Used with Model Airplane Gliders Due to Risk of Injury
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-09-14). Hazards: fall, injury. Models: AR6250. About 3,500 units in the US and 150 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10342 |
| Published | 2010-09-14 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Radio-Controlled Airplanes |
| Products | Spektrum Receivers |
| Firm named in the title | Horizon Hobby |
| Firms | Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 3,500 |
| Units (Canada) | 150 |
| Model numbers | AR6250 |
| Hazard classes | fall, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Horizon Hobby direct sales representatives nationwide and Canada from March 2009 through May 2010 for about $105. |
Description
This recall involves Spektrum AR6250 receivers designed for use with carbon fiber model gliders. Model number AR6250 can be found on the back of the packaging and on the front and back of the receiver. "Spektrum" is printed on the front of the receiver.
Hazard
The receiver can lose contact with the model airplane glider's radio control while within normal radio range limits. If this happens, the glider can fall from the sky and hit consumers, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Horizon Hobby for information on receiving a free replacement receiver.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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