CPSC2013-07-03
Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Toys R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.
Hazard
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.
Sold at
Toys R Us stores nationwide and online at www.toysrus.com from September 2012 through January 2013 for about $100.
Affected count
About 6,500 in the U.S. and 900 in Canada
Injuries reported
Toys R Us has received 11 reports worldwide of the rechargeable battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters
Consumer contact
Toys R Us at (800) 869-7787 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET on Sundays, or online at www.toysrus.com and click on "About Us," then select "Safety" at the top of the page, and then "Click here" under Product Recalls for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Toys-R-Us-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-HelicoptersDon't want to check this manually?
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