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RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard

Note: Number of units updated. This recall has been reannounced.

  • Recalled toy helicopter
Name of Product:
Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters
Hazard:

The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
January 26, 2010
Units:

About 20,800

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received one report of a fire that started while a store demo toy was charging. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At:
RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60.
Importer(s):

RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
10-121

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