The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08395·Announced 2008-09-10

Protocol Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys Recalled for Fire and Burn Hazards

Protocol is recalling about 78,000 remote-controlled mini helicopter toys because the rechargeable battery can overheat, posing a risk of fire or burns.

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 (fire/burns) where injury has been reported (one minor burn), fitting the High severity criteria for products where injury has not yet been reported or is minor.

Plain-English summary

Protocol is recalling about 78,000 remote-controlled mini helicopter toys due to fire and burn hazards. The recall involves the "Protocol" remote-controlled mini helicopter toys with model numbers starting with 1442. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic, measures about 7 inches long, and has "Protocol" printed on the tail and side. The packaging displays "1442-X". The remote-control component measures 5 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches.

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat, which can result in the helicopter's body melting and poses a risk of fire or burns to consumers. The firm has received nine reports of incidents of the helicopter overheating, including one minor burn to a consumer's fingertip.

The recalled toys were sold at retail stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007 for between $30 and $50. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter. For additional information, contact Protocol at (800) 261-1193 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET, or visit the company's Web site at www.protocoldesign.com.

The recalled product

Product
Protocol Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys
Manufacturer
Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol, of New York, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
78,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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