Horizon Hobby Recalls E-flite Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 16008 · announced October 15, 2015 · Horizon Hobby · 1,300 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The chargers can overcharge the batteries and overheat, which could result in a fire, property damage and injury.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled chargers immediately and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement charger. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.HorizonHobby.com from March 2015 through June 2015 for about $70.
Consumer contact: Horizon Hobby toll-free at 877-504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls listed under the Support tab at the bottom of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.