CPSC2011-10-20
Horizon Hobby Recalls Losi NiMH Battery Charger Due to Possible Burn and Fire Hazards
Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
Hazard
The charger and battery can emit excessive heat, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Horizon Hobby for a refund of the retail value.
Sold at
Hobby stores nationwide gave the battery chargers away free or for a small charge with a purchase, depending on the retailer from January 2011 to March 2011.
Affected count
About 975
Injuries reported
Horizon Hobby has received eight reports of the batteries emitting excessive heat. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Charger
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Saturday and between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday or visit the website at www.horizonhobby.com/losicombo
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Horizon-Hobby-Recalls-Losi-NiMH-Battery-Charger-Due-to-Possible-Burn-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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