CPSC2011-01-25
Family Dollar Stores Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Tanks Due to Burn Hazard
Family Dollar Services Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
Hazard
The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Sold at
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5.
Affected count
About 67,000
Injuries reported
Family Dollar has received five reports of the controllers overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Remote-controlled toy tanks
Consumer contact
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Family-Dollar-Stores-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-Toy-Tanks-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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