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

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsFeb 12, 2008
Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toy
Recalled Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toy
Recalled Helicopter Toy Remote Control
Recalled Helicopter Toy Remote Control
Recalled Helicopter Toy Package
Recalled Helicopter Toy Package

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Hazard

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.

Remedy

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

Incidents & injuries

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

Product 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.

Sold on

Sporting goods stores and other retailers nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 for about $30.

Contact the company

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 [email protected]

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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