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: About 6,500
Hazard: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Description: Recalled are the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, and were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.
Sold exclusively at: Toys R Us stores nationwide and at www.toysrus.com from September 2012 through January 2013 for about $100.
Remedy: Return all components to a Toys R Us store for a refund or store credit.
Contact: Call 800-869-7787 or visit www.toysrus.com.
