Horizon Hobby Recalls E-flite Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-10-15). Hazards: fire, burn. About 1,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16008 |
| Published | 2015-10-15 |
| Last updated | 2015-10-15 |
| Product category | Battery Chargers |
| Products | E-flite Ultra Micro-4 AC/DC Battery Chargers |
| Firm named in the title | Horizon Hobby |
| Firms | Horizon Hobby LLC, of Champaign, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,300 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.HorizonHobby.com from March 2015 through June 2015 for about $70. |
Description
This recall involves the EFLC1105 E-flite Ultra Micro-4, 4x9W, AC/DC Battery Charger from E-flite. The charger has four independently functioning charge circuits with a LED status display. Each port can charge one 30-150mAh, 1S UM cell, a 1S MCPX cell, or one 120-300mAh 2S pack equipped with a JST-PH, 3-wire connector. The charger measures 5 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 1.5 inches deep. The charger is blue with a gray, black and blue faceplate with white and black type. "Eflite Celectra UMX-$ Battery Charger" is printed across the center of the charger.
Hazard
The chargers can overcharge the batteries and overheat, which could result in a fire, property damage and injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled chargers immediately and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement charger.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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