LEGO Systems Announces Recall of Remote Controls Due to Burn Hazard
Power Functions IR Remote Controls |
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Date of Recall:
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
CPSC Release Number:
09-753
Manufactured In:
China
Units:
About 1,600
Manufacturer:
LEGO Systems Inc., of Enfield, Conn.
Sold By:
LEGO catalogs and online at LEGO.com from April 2009 through May 2009 for about $13.
Problem/Hazard:
The batteries in the remote controls can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Injuries/Incidents:
LEGO Systems Inc. has received four reports of batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Description:
This recall involves Power Functions IR Speed remote controls sold separately and as a part of the Emerald Night Train kit (Item K10194) and Power Functions kit (Item K8882). The gray plastic remote controls have two large orange dials and the word LEGO printed on the front.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled remote controls, and contact LEGO Systems Inc. to determine if their unit needs to be replaced. Consumers with defective remote controls will receive a replacement product. LEGO Systems Inc. is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact LEGO Systems Inc. at (800) 718-1858
between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.LEGO.com
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