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Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard

Reported: March 27, 2007 Initiated: March 27, 2007 #07139

Product Description

This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.

Reason for Recall

The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.

Details

Units Affected
About 66,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Estes-Cox-Radio-Control-Airplanes-with-Lithium-Polymer-Batteries-Recalled-for-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.. Recalled by Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo.. Units affected: About 66,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 27, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07139.

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