Moderate Recalled May 12, 2010 About 46,000 units Updated May 23, 2014

Remote-Controlled Helicopters Recalled by Imagine Nation Books Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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The hazard

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, igniting the helicopter and posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents reported: The firm has received 49 reports of the helicopters overheating, including six reports of flames coming from the helicopters, and one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helicopters and contact Imagine Nation Books Ltd/Books Are Fun to receive a full refund.

Contact: For additional information, contact Imagine Nation Books Ltd./Books are Fun at (800) 917-0213 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.booksarefun.com/helicopter.php

About this recall

This recall involves the "Fly Dragonfly" (also called "Queen Bee") remote-controlled helicopters. The helicopters are black and yellow plastic, measure about 19 inches long by 6 ½ inches high. The helicopters have a rounded front yellow cockpit with bee decals and a narrow black plastic tail assembly. They were sold with a remote-control unit and a separate charger. "Fly Dragonfly" and SKU #51727 are printed on the packaging.

Product photos

Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter
Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter
Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter
Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter

Photos: U.S. CPSC