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CPSCRecalled Dec 4, 2014 · #15042

Horizon Hobby Recalls HobbyZone Super Cub S Radio-Controlled Aircraft Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

Power supply units and chargers sold with the model aircraft can overcharge the battery, posing a risk of fire and property damage.

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Description

This recall involves the power supply and charger included exclusively with the HobbyZone Super Cub S Ready-To-Fly aircraft, model number HBZ8100 and the HobbyZone Super Cub S Bind-N-Fly model number HBZ8180. Aircraft model numbers are located on the packaging. The power supply is 2 ½ inches by 1 ¾ inches by 1 ¼ inches and is black with a blue label that reads "HobbyZone" and model "HBZ1004." The DC auxiliary charger is 5 inches by 2 ½ inches by 1 ¾ inches and is black with a blue label that reads, "HobbyZone" and model "HBZ1003."

Product details

Product
HobbyZone Super Cub S Ready-To-Fly and Super Cub S Bind-N-Fly Power Supply and Charger
Type
Battery Chargers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
HBZ8100, HBZ8180
UPCs
Sold at
Hobby stores nationwide and online at HorizonHobby.com from April 2014 through August 2014 for $170 for the Bind-N-Fly and $200 for the Ready-to-Fly.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the power supply and chargers immediately and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement AC charger.

View the official CPSC notice