Excite USA Recalls Toy Helicopters Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Rite Aid Stores
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-06-10 · 11243
Hazards
The plastic blades of the helicopter can detach during operation, posing a laceration hazard.
Recall
Number
11243
Date
2011-06-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Military Copters
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Excite USA, of Carrollton, Texas
Retailer(s)
Exclusively at Rite Aid Corporation stores nationwide from January 2011 through May 2011 for about $7.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled toy Military Copters are operated by manual rotary starters and sold as a unit with two sizes, 7 and 11 inches in length, of tan and black helicopters. The product comes in a blister pack with "Military Copter with 2 Launchers" marked on the package and "Military Copter" marked on both sides of the manual starter. The model number, #9009935 and UPC 680108044474 number are printed on the back of the package near the bar code.