| Company |
Hobbico Inc., Champaign, IL |
| Alert Type |
Recall
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| Date |
08/19/2008 |
| Description |
This recall involves the Electrifly lithium-polymer batteries (part #GPMP0401) sold individually or with the Heli-Max Axe CP-L radio-controlled helicopter kits. The kit includes a 23-inch long plastic helicopter, a battery, a radio transmitter, a balance charger, a car adapter, an AC wall adapter, decals that read "HMX", "AXE" and "Heli-Max" and training gear. "Electrifly" and "GPMP0401" are printed on the battery. |
| Problem |
The rechargeable battery can overheat and catch fire while charging, igniting nearby combustible materials. This poses a fire hazard to consumers. |
| Find Out More |
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08364.html
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