RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters
Date of Recall
2010-01-26CPSC Release Number
10-121Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 843-7422Units
About 6,000Importer
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, TexasSold By
RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60.Problem/Hazard
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received one report of a fire that started while a store demo toy was charging. No injuries or property damage have been reported.Description
This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up.Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.radioshack.comAssociated Images
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