Horizon Hobby Recalls Spektrum Receivers Used with Model Airplane Gliders Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-09-14 · 10342
Hazards
The receiver can lose contact with the model airplane glider's radio control while within normal radio range limits. If this happens, the glider can fall from the sky and hit consumers, posing a risk of injury.
Recall
Number
10342
Date
2010-09-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Spektrum Receivers
Companies
Retailer(s)
Horizon Hobby direct sales representatives nationwide and Canada from March 2009 through May 2010 for about $105.
Importer(s)
Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves Spektrum AR6250 receivers designed for use with carbon fiber model gliders. Model number AR6250 can be found on the back of the packaging and on the front and back of the receiver. "Spektrum" is printed on the front of the receiver.