CPSC recall · Reported March 27, 2007
Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo. recalled This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4….
Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard was recalled by Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo. in March 27, 2007. Reason: 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 Este…. Verify recall #07139 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo. issued this CPSC recall-The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard..
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- agency class
- March 27, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07139 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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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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, what to 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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 07139 |
| Date reported | March 27, 2007 |
| Date initiated | March 27, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo. |
| Affected scope | About 66,000 |
| 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 with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the …
- Check the recall number (07139) 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.
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