Recall 11-236, published May 31, 2011
Horizon Hobby Blade mCP X Bind-N Fly and Ready to Fly Remote Control Model Helicopters and replacement Blade mCP X Main Blade Grips with Bearings
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
BLH3500The following are recalled: Product Name Size Model Number Bind-N-Fly Helicopter Length 9.65 inches BLH3580 Ready to Fly Helicopter (transmitter included) Length 9.65 inches BLH3500 Main Blade Grips with Bearings (replacement part) Rotor Diameter .6 inches BLH3514
Which products are included?
Blade ultra-micro indoor/outdoor helicopters have red and blue canopies with the name "Blade mCP X" printed on both sides. The model numbers are printed on the underside of the products' boxes with the bar code. The following are recalled: Product Name Size Model Number Bind-N-Fly Helicopter Length 9.65 inches BLH3580 Ready to Fly Helicopter (transmitter included) Length 9.65 inches BLH3500 Main Blade Grips with Bearings (replacement part) Rotor Diameter .6 inches BLH3514
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The main blade grips and main rotor blades can release from the main rotor head, posing an impact and laceration hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact Horizon Hobby for free replacement of main rotor grips and do-it-yourself instructions.
- Brand
- Horizon Hobby
- Recall published
- May 31, 2011
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- About 16,600 in the U.S.; 1,300 in Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers nationwide during March 2011 for $180 to $220 for the model helicopters and $10 for the replacement part.
