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Remote Control Flying Saucers Sold by QVC Recalled for Fire Hazard

Reported: February 24, 2006 Initiated: February 24, 2006 #06531

Product Description

The Pro Flying Saucer is about 13 inches in diameter and comes in blue or yellow. It is made of Styrofoam and has a plastic propeller. The Pro Flying Saucer comes with a controller unit, launch pad and a battery charger cord. The item number of the recalled product, M12037, is found on the product's packaging.

Reason for Recall

The battery charger cord sold with these flying saucers can overcharge and cause the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the product immediately. QVC will notify all purchasers of the product about the recall, and provide them with a new battery charger cord and a pre-paid mailer, in which consumers should return the recalled battery charger cord.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Pro Flying Saucer is about 13 inches in diameter and comes in blue or yellow. It is made of Styrofoam and has a plastic propeller. The Pro Flying Saucer comes with a controller unit, launch pad and a battery charger cord. The item number of the recalled product, M12037, is found on the product's packaging.. Recalled by QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.. Units affected: About 180,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The battery charger cord sold with these flying saucers can overcharge and cause the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the product immediately. QVC will notify all purchasers of the product about the recall, and provide them with a new battery charger cord and a pre-paid mailer, in which consumers should return the recalled battery charger cord.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 24, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06531.