Remote-Control Helicopter Toys Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-12-18 · 07512
Hazards
The helicopter battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
07512
Date
2006-12-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Remote-Control Dragonfly King HX-242 Helicopter (also known as the Micro R/C Helicopter)
Companies
Retailer(s)
ThinkGeek.com Web site during November 2006 for about $40.
Distributor(s)
ThinkGeek Inc., of Fairfax, Va.
Country of manufacture
China
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."