CPSC recall 10-121, announced January 26, 2010, covers RadioShack Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters (about 20,800 units). The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 843-7422, or go to www.radioshack.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 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.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
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.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- RadioShack
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 10-121
- Units
- About 20,800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60.
- Importer
- RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters
CPSC product type: Toy Helicopters
Recall contact information
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
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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