CPSC recall 14-091, announced January 28, 2014, covers Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D RTF and BNF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters (about 1980 units). The tail rotor grip used for securing the tail rotor blade to the tail rotor hub can separate and release from the helicopter, posing a risk of a crash and injury hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation. Recall contact: call (877) 504-0233, or go to www.horizonhobby.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.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 1800M1.
Which products are included?
The recall involves Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D BNF and RTF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters with model numbers BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1, BLH 1850, and BLH 4080. The helicopters are about 33.5 inches long and 11.8 inches tall and weigh about 4 lbs. The canopy of the 500 X has the "500 X" logo on each side. The canopy of the 500 3D has the "500 3D" logo on each side. The tail rotor grip for each model is a black plastic holder that holds the tail rotor blades of the helicopter in place. The grips are approximately 1 ¼ inches tall and ½ inch wide.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The tail rotor grip used for securing the tail rotor blade to the tail rotor hub can separate and release from the helicopter, posing a risk of a crash and injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shenzen Shen's Tongchuang Aeronautic Model
- Manufacturer
- Shenzen Shen's Tongchuang Aeronautic Model Co., Ltd. of China
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 14-091
- Units
- About 1980 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Hobby stores nationwide and at www.horizonhobby.com. Models BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1 and BLH 1850 were sold from December 2012 through September 2013; and Models BLH 1850 and BLH 4080 were sold from May 2013 through September 2013. Prices range from $600 to $900.
- Importer
- Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D RTF and BNF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters
CPSC product type: Toy Helicopters
Recall contact information
Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. CT Sunday, or online at www.horizonhobby.com, and click on Product Recalls listed under "Legal" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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