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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 26, 2010Serious
RadioShack Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com
The product
This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up.
Details
- Units affected
- About 20,800
- Recall date
- January 26, 2010
- Brand
- RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received one report of a fire that started while a store demo toy was charging. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
006047600-0566
RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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