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Recall 07139 — Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2007-03-27

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
07139
Date of alert
2007-03-27
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: 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. Hazards: The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Estes-Cox-Radio-Control-Airplanes-with-Lithium

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