CPSC recall 11-107, announced January 25, 2011, covers Family Dollar Services Remote-controlled toy tanks (about 67,000 units). The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 547-0359, or go to www.familydollar.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.
Which products are included?
This recalled product is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a remote-controlled green toy tank attached by a cable to a grey battery-powered controller. The controller requires three AAA batteries to power the tank to move forward and backward and the tank turret to rotate and shoot projectiles. The controller is marked "Target Practice Tank Play Set."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Family Dollar has received five reports of the controllers overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-107
- Units
- About 67,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5.
- Importer
- Family Dollar Services Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
Remote-controlled toy tanks
CPSC product type: Toy Vehicles (Not Riding Toys)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.familydollar.com
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