Recalls / 2008-02-12

Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

08190 · Recalled 2008-02-12 · CPSC page

Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toy

Description

This recall involves the remote-controlled helicopter toy "Fun2Fly Microcopter" with item number 91001. The helicopter comes with a transmitter that controls and recharges the helicopter. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 6 ½ inches by 2 ½ inches. The transmitter measures about 4 ½ inches by 5 inches. "Fun2Fly" and "Microcopter" are printed on the packaging. The item number is printed above the UPC label.

Hazards

The rechargeable battery contained inside the helicopter can catch fire during charging, igniting the helicopter and nearby combustible materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Soft Air USA has received six reports of helicopters igniting, including one minor injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopter and return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys		About 30,000

Parties

Importer: Soft Air USA Inc., of Grapevine, Texas
Made in: China
Sold at: Sporting goods stores, other retailers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, call Soft Air USA collect at (817) 210-4181 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the company at Bhook@softairusa.com

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Source: CPSC recall 08190. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.