CPSC recall · Reported June 1, 2016
Traxxas Recalls X-Maxx Monster Trucks and Electronic Speed Controls Due to Fire Hazard
Vehicle modification or electronic failure can result in a short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Traxxas LP, of McKinney, Tex. recalled The recalled VXL-6s electronic speed control #3365 is sold installed in the Traxxas X-Max….
Traxxas Recalls X-Maxx Monster Trucks and Electronic Speed Controls Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Traxxas LP, of McKinney, Tex. in June 1, 2016. Reason: Vehicle modification or electronic failure can result in a short circuit, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trucks and return their electronic s…. Verify recall #16185 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Traxxas LP, of McKinney, Tex. issued this CPSC recall-Vehicle modification or electronic failure can result in a short circuit, posing a fire hazard..
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- June 1, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16185 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
The recalled VXL-6s electronic speed control #3365 is sold installed in the Traxxas X-Maxx Monster Truck, model 77076-04, and is also sold separately. The electronic speed control is the electronic control module that manages the throttle control (speed), directional control (forward or reverse) and braking of the drive motor in the truck. The truck is 30 inches long, 22 inches wide and 4 inches above the ground. The truck comes in two colors, red and blue. It weighs approximately 20 pounds. The electronic speed control is located near the center of the truck in a vented blue case approximately 2 inches wide, 2 inches long and 2 inches tall. Traxxas XMaxx is displayed on the side of the truck.
Reason for recall
Vehicle modification or electronic failure can result in a short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trucks and return their electronic speed control to their dealer for a free firmware upgrade and installation of a new fusible link, or contact Traxxas customer support to return the electronic speed control and have a firmware upgrade and free fusible link installation.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16185 |
| Date reported | June 1, 2016 |
| Date initiated | June 1, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Traxxas LP, of McKinney, Tex. |
| Affected scope | About 4,900 X-Maxx Monster Trucks and 140 VXL-6s electronic speed controls (in addition, 96 trucks were sold in Canada) |
| 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 trucks and return their electronic speed control to their dealer for a free …
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- 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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