Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled by Protocol Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.

Recall #: 08395
Affected scope: About 78,000

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Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled by Protocol Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled and listed by the CPSC in September 10, 2008. Reason: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the fi…. Verify recall #08395 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting….

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agency class: September 10, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08395 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, 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.

Product description

This recall involves the "Protocol" remote-controlled mini helicopter toys with model number starting with 1442. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 7 inches long. "Protocol" is printed on the tail and on the side of the helicopter. "1442-X" can be found on the packaging. The remote-control component measures 5 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches.

Reason for recall

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	08395
Date reported	September 10, 2008
Date initiated	September 10, 2008
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 78,000
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 should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a r…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 10, 2008. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 08395.

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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