RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 10121 · announced January 26, 2010 · Radioshack · 20,800 units affected
The product
This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up.
The hazard
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received one report of a fire that started while a store demo toy was charging. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.