CPSC2010-01-26
RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
Hazard
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.
Sold at
RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60.
Affected count
About 20,800
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters
Consumer contact
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/RadioShack-Recalls-Knight-Hawk-Toy-Helicopters-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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