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CPSC, Associated Electrics Inc. Announce Recall of Battery Chargers for Radio Control Race Cars

Reported: June 15, 2004 Initiated: June 15, 2004 #04160

Product Description

The recalled #611 Quasar Pro Chargers were manufactured from February 2002 through February 2004. The gray charger box has words "Quasar Pro" printed in yellow on the front and shows a display of "QUASAR PRO VERSION 1.0" when first turned on. The recalled chargers either have no barcode label on the underside or a barcode label with the numbers "611" or "611A".

Reason for Recall

A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overheat and explode, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the charger immediately and contact Associated Electrics to receive a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
4,900
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Associated-Electrics-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Battery-Chargers-for-Radio-Control-Race-Cars-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled #611 Quasar Pro Chargers were manufactured from February 2002 through February 2004. The gray charger box has words "Quasar Pro" printed in yellow on the front and shows a display of "QUASAR PRO VERSION 1.0" when first turned on. The recalled chargers either have no barcode label on the underside or a barcode label with the numbers "611" or "611A".. Recalled by Associated Electrics Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.. Units affected: 4,900.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overheat and explode, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the charger immediately and contact Associated Electrics to receive a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 15, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04160.

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