CPSC official recall · 07139

Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard

召回日期:2007-03-27官方最后发布:2014-05-23适用地区:美国
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危险说明 Hazard

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

受影响产品

Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries
Units:About 66,000

官方描述 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.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

  • Estes-Cox has received nine reports of overheating, including one report of a plane catching fire and resulting in a minor burn injury.

官方补救措施 Remedy

  • Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.

消费者联系信息

For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.estesrockets.com