CPSC recall 07-512, announced December 18, 2006, covers ThinkGeek Remote-Control Dragonfly King HX-242 Helicopter (also known as the Micro R/C Helicopter) (about 1,600 units). The helicopter battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact ThinkGeek to receive a refund or a replacement product. Recall contact: call (888) 433-5788, or email recall@thinkgeek.com.
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 helicopter has a label on the front that reads "Champion HX242 Electric Power Helicopter."
Which products are included?
The recalled toy helicopters are remote-controlled lightweight plastic toy helicopters. The helicopter is sold with a control unit, a charger and rechargeable batteries in the body of the toy. The body of the helicopter measures about 13 inches in length and the rotor diameter is about 10 inches. The helicopter is yellow and red with green rotors. The helicopter has a label on the front that reads "Champion HX242 Electric Power Helicopter."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The helicopter battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
ThinkGeek has received five reports of the battery overheating. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact ThinkGeek to receive a refund or a replacement product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- ThinkGeek
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-512
- Units
- About 1,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- ThinkGeek.com Web site during November 2006 for about $40.
- Distributor
- ThinkGeek Inc., of Fairfax, Va.
Remote-Control Dragonfly King HX-242 Helicopter (also known as the Micro R/C Helicopter)
CPSC product type: Toy Helicopters
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact ThinkGeek at (888) 433-5788 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers may also e-mail the firm at recall@thinkgeek.com
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