The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products unless otherwise instructed. Consumers can submit reports of harm to CPSC’s searchable online product safety database at www.SaferProducts.gov. A searchable food and medical product recall database is available at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/default.htm.
Units: 9,400
Hazard: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat and start the helicopter on fire.
Description: The Radio Controlled Banshee Helicopter with lights (series 3CH-777) comes in black and red or black and yellow. The plastic toys have a yellow cockpit with bee decals and a narrow black plastic tail assembly. “Date of Production: June 2011,” “Manufacturer Ultimate Products (HK) Ltd.,” and “Distributor MTG Inc.” are printed on a white label on the back of the remote control.
Sold at: Ace Hardware, Alco, Discount Direct, Seen on Screen nationwide and VA Canteen Service and online including PulseTV.com from October through November 2011 for $40 to $50.
Remedy: Contact Midwest Trading Group for instructions to receive a refund.
Contact: Call 866-815-4714 or visit www.mtradinggroup.com.
