Remote-Control Helicopter Toys Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

Remote-Control Dragonfly King HX-242 Helicopter (also known as the Micro R/C Helicopter)

Date of Recall

2006-12-18

CPSC Release Number

07-512

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 1,600

Distributor

ThinkGeek Inc., of Fairfax, Va.

Sold By

ThinkGeek.com Web site during November 2006 for about $40.

Problem/Hazard

The helicopter battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

ThinkGeek has received five reports of the battery overheating. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled toy helicopters are remote-controlled lightweight plastic toy helicopters. The helicopter is sold with a control unit, a charger and rechargeable batteries in the body of the toy. The body of the helicopter measures about 13 inches in length and the rotor diameter is about 10 inches. The helicopter is yellow and red with green rotors. The helicopter has a label on the front that reads "Champion HX242 Electric Power Helicopter."

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact ThinkGeek to receive a refund or a replacement product.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact ThinkGeek at (888) 433-5788 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers may also e-mail the firm at [email protected]

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