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CPSCRecalled Jan 25, 2011 · #11107

Family Dollar Stores Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Tanks Due to Burn Hazard

Hazard

The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recalled product is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a remote-controlled green toy tank attached by a cable to a grey battery-powered controller. The controller requires three AAA batteries to power the tank to move forward and backward and the tank turret to rotate and shoot projectiles. The controller is marked "Target Practice Tank Play Set."

Product details

Product
Remote-controlled toy tanks
Type
Toy Vehicles (Not Riding Toys)
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice