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Snap Lithium-Ion Battery Sold for Pixy Flying Cameras
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The lithium-ion battery in the camera can overheat, 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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the Pixy Flying Camera, remove the battery and stop charging it. Consumers should then visit www.pixy.com for instructions on how to participate in the recall, receive a refund of the purchase price, and dispose of the battery in accordance with local and state regulations. The Pixy flying camera and other Pixy accessories are also separately eligible for a refund of the purchase price.
Who to contact: Snap's recall hotline at 800-269-6990 24 hours a day, or email at support@pixy.com or online at https://support.pixy.com/recall or go to www.pixy.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information. Snap is contacting all known purchasers directly.
The product
This recall involves the rechargeable lithium-ion battery sold with the pocket-sized Pixy Flying Camera. The battery was sold separately and paired with the Pixy, which takes pictures and videos and measures about five inches long by four inches wide. The Pixy and battery are both yellow in color. The battery measures about three inches long and half of an inch wide.
Details
- Units affected
- About 71,000
- Recall date
- February 1, 2024
- Brand
- Snap LLC., of Santa Monica, California
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Snap has received four reports of the battery overheating and bulging, resulting in one minor battery fire and one minor injury.
Online at Pixy.com and Amazon.com from May 2022 through December 2023 for between $185 and $250 for the Pixy Flying Camera or "Flight Pack" bundle, between $40 and $50 for the extra charger/battery, and between $16 and $20 for the battery sold separately.
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: “Snap Recalls Lithium-Ion Battery Sold for Pixy Flying Cameras 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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