Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled by Protocol Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall 08395 · Sep 10, 2008 · Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol
78,000
units affected
78,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08395
- Date
- Sep 10, 2008
- Company
- Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol
- Units affected
- 78,000
- Product
- Protocol Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys
- Product type
- Toy Helicopters
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
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.
The fix
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received nine reports of incidents of the helicopter overheating, including one minor burn to a consumer's fingertip.
- Sold at
- Retail stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007 for between $30 and $50.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled protocol remote-controlled mini helicopter toys?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter.
What is the hazard?
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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.