CPSCRecalled Mar 27, 2007 · #07139
Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
Hazard
The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Be the first to hear about future recalls.
Add the things you own to a watchlist. We’ll alert you the moment one matches.
Get started, freeDescription
This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.
Product details
- Product
- Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries
- Type
- Radio-Controlled Airplanes
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- 4153, 4161
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- RadioShack stores nationwide sold the Sky Squadron Airplane from December 2006 through February 2007 for about $35. Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the Sky Ranger Airplane from January 2007 through February 2007 for about $30.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.