The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08318·Announced 2008-07-01

Redcat Racing Recalls Remote-Controlled Toy Vehicles Due to Signal Loss Defect

Redcat Racing is recalling approximately 1,400 remote-controlled toy vehicles because the remote control unit can lose its signal, causing the vehicle to lose control and posing a risk of injury.

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 where the remote control can lose signal, causing loss of vehicle control and potential injury, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Redcat Racing Co. is recalling approximately 1,400 FM remote-controlled toy vehicles, including the Hurricane XP, Hurricane XP Pro, Avalanche XP, Monsoon XP, and Tsunami Ultrawide models. These vehicles were sold by authorized dealers nationwide from March 2007 through April 2008 for between $260 and $400. The recalled remote controls were included in the vehicles, which were available in various colors and model numbers listed on the body or packaging.

The recall is due to a defect in the remote control unit, which can lose its signal. This loss of signal causes the toy vehicle to lose control, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders. Redcat Racing has received about 15 reports of remote control malfunctions, but there have been no reported injuries.

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected products and contact Redcat Racing for a replacement remote control. For additional information, consumers can contact Redcat Racing Co. collect at (602) 454-6445 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit www.redcatracing.com.

The recalled product

Product
Redcat Racing FM Remote Controlled Vehicles
Affected units
1,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.