CPSC2008-06-26
Westminster Inc. Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Risk of Fire
Westminster Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Hazard
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact Westminster Inc. for a refund. Retailers will not accept returns or provide a refund.
Sold at
Retail stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for about $20.
Affected count
About 102,000
Injuries reported
Westminster Inc. has received seven reports of overheating and/or melting of the helicopter, including one report of flames and two reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Thunder Wolf Remote Controlled Indoor Helicopters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Westminster Inc. at (800) 618-0023 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET Friday; visit the company's Web site at www.thunderwolfhelicopter.com; or send an e-mail to info@thunderwolfhelicopter.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Westminster-Inc-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-Helicopter-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-FireDon't want to check this manually?
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