CPSC2014-01-28
Horizon Hobby Recalls Remote Controlled Model Helicopters Due to Injury Hazard
Shenzen Shen's Tongchuang Aeronautic Model Co., Ltd. of China
Hazard
The tail rotor grip used for securing the tail rotor blade to the tail rotor hub can separate and release from the helicopter, posing a risk of a crash and injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation.
Sold at
Hobby stores nationwide and at www.horizonhobby.com. Models BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1 and BLH 1850 were sold from December 2012 through September 2013; and Models BLH 1850 and BLH 4080 were sold from May 2013 through September 2013. Prices range from $600 to $900.
Affected count
About 1980 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada
Injuries reported
None
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D RTF and BNF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters
Consumer contact
Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. CT Sunday, or online at www.horizonhobby.com, and click on Product Recalls listed under "Legal" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Horizon-Hobby-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-Model-HelicoptersDon't want to check this manually?
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