Recalls / 2004-06-15
CPSC, Associated Electrics Inc. Announce Recall of Battery Chargers for Radio Control Race Cars
04160 · Recalled 2004-06-15 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled #611 Quasar Pro Chargers were manufactured from February 2002 through February 2004. The gray charger box has words "Quasar Pro" printed in yellow on the front and shows a display of "QUASAR PRO VERSION 1.0" when first turned on. The recalled chargers either have no barcode label on the underside or a barcode label with the numbers "611" or "611A".
Hazards
A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overheat and explode, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Reported injuries
Associated Electrics has received three reports of incidents involving exploding battery cells. One consumer sustained a bruised hand, while another received an eye injury from flying debris.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the charger immediately and contact Associated Electrics to receive a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Reedy Quasar Pro Battery Charger (charges batteries used to power remote control race cars) | 4,900 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Associated Electrics Inc.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Hobby dealers nationwide, from February 2002 through February 2004, for about $200.
Consumer contact
Call Associated Electrics at (800) 518-7339 between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.teamassociated.com
Source: CPSC recall 04160. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.