Recalls / 2013-06-25

Horizon Hobby Recalls Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

13227 · Recalled 2013-06-25 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Dynamite 7.4 volt LiPo batteries that are used to power Horizon Hobby's Losi Micro remote control vehicles. The batteries measure about 2 inches long by 1 inch wide by ½ inch thick. The batteries were sold separately from the vehicles and have red and black wires coming out of the end into a white plastic connector. Dynamite, 180 mAh, 2S, 20C Li-Po and DYN1429 are printed on the side of the black and orange batteries.

Hazards

The positive and negative battery leads are incorrectly wired to the battery connector. The use or charging of the battery can cause the battery to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled battery immediately. Disconnect it from the product or charger and return the battery to Horizon Hobby for a full refund or a replacement battery.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Dynamite 7.4 V LiPo Batteries		About 117

Parties

Manufacturer: Kiel Technology Ltd.
Importer: Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
Made in: China
Sold at: Hobby, online at www.horizonhobby.com

Consumer contact

Horizon Hobby; toll-free at (877) 504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Sunday, or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.

Source: CPSC recall 13227. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.