Horizon Hobby Recalls E-flite Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2015-10-15 · 16008
Hazards
The chargers can overcharge the batteries and overheat, which could result in a fire, property damage and injury.
Recall
Number
16008
Date
2015-10-15
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
E-flite Ultra Micro-4 AC/DC Battery Chargers
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.HorizonHobby.com from March 2015 through June 2015 for about $70.
Importer(s)
Horizon Hobby LLC, of Champaign, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the EFLC1105 E-flite Ultra Micro-4, 4x9W, AC/DC Battery Charger from E-flite. The charger has four independently functioning charge circuits with a LED status display. Each port can charge one 30-150mAh, 1S UM cell, a 1S MCPX cell, or one 120-300mAh 2S pack equipped with a JST-PH, 3-wire connector. The charger measures 5 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 1.5 inches deep. The charger is blue with a gray, black and blue faceplate with white and black type. "Eflite Celectra UMX-$ Battery Charger" is printed across the center of the charger.