CPSC2013-06-25
Horizon Hobby Recalls Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
Kiel Technology Ltd., of Hong Kong
Hazard
The positive and negative battery leads are incorrectly wired to the battery connector. The use or charging of the battery can cause the battery to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery immediately. Disconnect it from the product or charger and return the battery to Horizon Hobby for a full refund or a replacement battery.
Sold at
Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.horizonhobby.com from December 2012 through April 2013 for about $20.
Affected count
About 117
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Dynamite 7.4 V LiPo Batteries
Consumer contact
Horizon Hobby; toll-free at (877) 504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Sunday, or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Horizon-Hobby-Recalls-BatteriesDon't want to check this manually?
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