Remote Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-11-09 · 07031
Hazards
The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
07031
Date
2006-11-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada
Retailer(s)
National retailers from July 2006 through early November 2006 for about $100.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled remote control toy helicopters are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure 7 inches from end to end. Designs are printed on the helicopter's body. The helicopter comes with a control unit and a charger and rechargeable batteries are pre-installed in the fuselage. This recall involves toys one of the following date codes: 06XXXXHM2, 06XXXXHM8, 06XXXXHM186. The date codes are located on a sticker on the bottom of the helicopter's body and on the inside of the controller's battery compartment. Toys currently on retail shelves or having a date code ending in 386 are not included in this recall.