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CPSC2007-03-27

Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard

Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo.

Product photos

Recalled Sky Squadron Model Airplane Package
Recalled Sky Squadron Model Airplane Package
Recalled Sky Squadron Model Airplane
Recalled Sky Squadron Model Airplane
Recalled Sky Rangers Model Airplane Package
Recalled Sky Rangers Model Airplane Package
Recalled Sky Rangers Model Airplane
Recalled Sky Rangers Model Airplane
Hazard

The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy
Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.
Sold at
RadioShack stores nationwide sold the Sky Squadron Airplane from December 2006 through February 2007 for about $35. Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the Sky Ranger Airplane from January 2007 through February 2007 for about $30.
Affected count
About 66,000
Injuries reported
Estes-Cox has received nine reports of overheating, including one report of a plane catching fire and resulting in a minor burn injury.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.estesrockets.com

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Estes-Cox-Radio-Control-Airplanes-with-Lithium-Polymer-Batteries-Recalled-for-Fire-Hazard

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