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Westminster Inc. Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Risk of Fire

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsJun 26, 2008
Recalled Remote-Controlled Toy Helicopter
Recalled Remote-Controlled Toy Helicopter
Underside of Recalled Toy Helicopter
Underside of Recalled Toy Helicopter

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact Westminster Inc. for a refund. Retailers will not accept returns or provide a refund.

Incidents & injuries

Westminster Inc. has received seven reports of overheating and/or melting of the helicopter, including one report of flames and two reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The "Thunder Wolf" remote-controlled indoor helicopter is made of foam and plastic, and measures about 7 inches by 3 inches. "TW0996" is printed on the tail of the helicopter and was sold in multiple accent colors. The helicopter comes with a controller and a separate charger. Only helicopters that do not have "Made in China" stamped on the underside of the helicopter are subject to the recall.

Sold on

Retail stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for about $20.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Westminster Inc. at (800) 618-0023 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET Friday; visit the company's Web site at www.thunderwolfhelicopter.com; or send an e-mail to [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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