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LEGO Systems Announces Recall of Remote Controls Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: July 21, 2009 Initiated: July 21, 2009 #09753

Product Description

This recall involves Power Functions IR Speed remote controls sold separately and as a part of the Emerald Night Train kit (Item K10194) and Power Functions kit (Item K8882). The gray plastic remote controls have two large orange dials and the word LEGO printed on the front.

Reason for Recall

The batteries in the remote controls can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled remote controls, and contact LEGO Systems Inc. to determine if their unit needs to be replaced. Consumers with defective remote controls will receive a replacement product. LEGO Systems Inc. is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,600
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/LEGO-Systems-Announces-Recall-of-Remote-Controls-Due-to-Burn-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Power Functions IR Speed remote controls sold separately and as a part of the Emerald Night Train kit (Item K10194) and Power Functions kit (Item K8882). The gray plastic remote controls have two large orange dials and the word LEGO printed on the front.. Recalled by LEGO Systems Inc., of Enfield, Conn.. Units affected: About 1,600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The batteries in the remote controls can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled remote controls, and contact LEGO Systems Inc. to determine if their unit needs to be replaced. Consumers with defective remote controls will receive a replacement product. LEGO Systems Inc. is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 21, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09753.

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