Spin Master Recalls Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter Toys for Burn Hazard
Spin Master is recalling about 46,200 Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter toys because the controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (burn hazard) with reported minor skin burns and fires, but no serious injuries or fatalities are reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for injury risk without severe outcomes.
Plain-English summary
Spin Master Toys of Toronto, Canada, is recalling about 46,200 Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter toys. The recalled toys are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure 7 inches from end to end. They come with a control unit, a charger, and pre-installed rechargeable batteries. The recall involves toys with date codes 06XXXXHM2, 06XXXXHM8, or 06XXXXHM186, located on a sticker on the bottom of the helicopter's body and on the inside of the controller's battery compartment. Toys with date codes ending in 386 are not included in this recall.
The recall is being conducted because the controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Spin Master has received 11 reports of the toy overheating, including two fires and one report of a consumer receiving minor skin burns.
The recalled helicopters were sold at national retailers from July 2006 through early November 2006 for about $100. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product. For more information, call Spin Master at (800) 622-8339 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.spinmaster.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter
- Manufacturer
- Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada
- Category
- Consumer Product — Toys
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 46,200
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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