# Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2007-03-27 · 07139 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 07139
- **Date:** 2007-03-27
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries

## Hazards

The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.

## Retailer(s)

RadioShack stores nationwide sold the Sky Squadron Airplane from December 2006 through February 2007 for about $35. Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the Sky Ranger Airplane from January 2007 through February 2007 for about $30.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Estes-Cox-Radio-Control-Airplanes-with-Lithium-Polymer-Batteries-Recalled-for-Fire-Hazard)
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