Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
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The hazard
The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents reported: Estes-Cox has received nine reports of overheating, including one report of a plane catching fire and resulting in a minor burn injury.
What to do now
Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.
Contact: For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.estesrockets.com
About this recall
This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC