RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
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The hazard
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents reported: The firm has received one report of a fire that started while a store demo toy was charging. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com
About this recall
This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC