Remote-Controlled Helicopters Recalled by Imagine Nation Books Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

“Fly Dragonfly” (also called “Queen Bee”) Remote-Controlled Helicopters

Date of Recall
2010-05-12

CPSC Release Number
10-228

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 917-0213

Units
46,000

Distributor
Imagine Nation Books Ltd./Books Are Fun, of Boulder, Colo.

Sold By
Book/gift fairs held in schools, hospitals and office buildings nationwide from August 2009 through January 2010 for about $38.

Problem/Hazard
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, igniting the helicopter and posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received 49 reports of the helicopters overheating, including six reports of flames coming from the helicopters, and one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description
This recall involves the "Fly Dragonfly" (also called "Queen Bee") remote-controlled helicopters. The helicopters are black and yellow plastic, measure about 19 inches long by 6 ½ inches high. The helicopters have a rounded front yellow cockpit with bee decals and a narrow black plastic tail assembly. They were sold with a remote-control unit and a separate charger. "Fly Dragonfly" and SKU #51727 are printed on the packaging.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helicopters and contact Imagine Nation Books Ltd/Books Are Fun to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Imagine Nation Books Ltd./Books are Fun at (800) 917-0213 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, visit the firm’s website at www.booksarefun.com/helicopter.php

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