Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Released: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Soft Air USA Inc., of Grapevine, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 30,000 Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys. 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.
Recall Details
Product
Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys
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 ½inches. The transmitter measures about 4 1/2 inches by 5 inches. “Fun2Fly” and “Microcopter” are printed on the packaging. The item number is printed above the UPC label.
Hazards
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.
Incidents
Soft Air USA has received six reports of helicopters igniting, including one minor injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopter and return itto the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund.
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