CPSC recall 04-160, announced June 15, 2004, covers Associated Electrics Reedy Quasar Pro Battery Charger (charges batteries used to power remote control race cars) (4,900 units). A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overheat and explode, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the charger immediately and contact Associated Electrics to receive a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 518-7339, or go to www.teamassociated.com.
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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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The recalled chargers either have no barcode label on the underside or a barcode label with the numbers "611" or "611A".
Which products are included?
The recalled #611 Quasar Pro Chargers were manufactured from February 2002 through February 2004. The gray charger box has words "Quasar Pro" printed in yellow on the front and shows a display of "QUASAR PRO VERSION 1.0" when first turned on. The recalled chargers either have no barcode label on the underside or a barcode label with the numbers "611" or "611A".
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- UPC codes. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
have no barcode label on the underside
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- February 2002 through February 2004
- Price paid
- $200
Why it was recalled
A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overheat and explode, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Associated Electrics has received three reports of incidents involving exploding battery cells. One consumer sustained a bruised hand, while another received an eye injury from flying debris.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the charger immediately and contact Associated Electrics to receive a free repair.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 518-7339, or go to www.teamassociated.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Associated Electrics
- Manufacturer
- Associated Electrics Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 04-160
- Units
- 4,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Hobby dealers nationwide, from February 2002 through February 2004, for about $200.
Reedy Quasar Pro Battery Charger (charges batteries used to power remote control race cars)
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
This recall in context
Compared with the 124 battery charger recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 4,900 units: the 79th-largest of 114 battery charger recalls that state a unit count. The median is 27,400 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 92 of 124 battery charger recalls, the most common hazard among them. Explosion: named in 6 of 124 battery charger recalls.
- Time on sale
- About 2 years. Recalled 4 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Call Associated Electrics at (800) 518-7339 between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.teamassociated.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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