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CPSC recall · Reported November 9, 2006

Remote Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard

The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
07031
Affected scope
About 46,200
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Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada recalled The recalled remote control toy helicopters are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure… - a moderate-severity action.

Remote Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard was recalled by Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada in November 9, 2006. Reason: The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Mas…. Verify recall #07031 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
November 9, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07031 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #07031) was formally reported on November 9, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 46,200.

The documented reason for this recall is: The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 46,200

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled remote control toy helicopters are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure 7 inches from end to end. Designs are printed on the helicopter's body. The helicopter comes with a control unit and a charger and rechargeable batteries are pre-installed in the fuselage. This recall involves toys one of the following date codes: 06XXXXHM2, 06XXXXHM8, 06XXXXHM186. The date codes are located on a sticker on the bottom of the helicopter's body and on the inside of the controller's battery compartment. Toys currently on retail shelves or having a date code ending in 386 are not included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 07031
Date reported November 9, 2006
Date initiated November 9, 2006
Recalling firm Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada
Affected scope About 46,200
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement produc…

  • Check the recall number (07031) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled remote control toy helicopters are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure 7 inches from end to end. Designs are printed on the helicopter's body. The helicopter comes with a control unit and a charger and rechargeable batteries are pre-installed in the fuselage. This recall involves toys one of the following date codes: 06XXXXHM2, 06XXXXHM8, 06XXXXHM186. The date codes are located on a sticker on the bottom of the helicopter's body and on the inside of the controller's battery compartment. Toys currently on retail shelves or having a date code ending in 386 are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada. Units affected: About 46,200.
Why was this product recalled?
The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 9, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07031.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (07031) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported November 9, 2006. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.