Horizon Hobby Recalls Spektrum DX6i Radio Transmitters for Model Aircraft
Horizon Hobby is recalling about 15,000 Spektrum DX6i radio transmitters because they can cause model aircraft to crash or propellers to spin unexpectedly, posing impact and laceration hazards.
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 with reported injuries (multiple cuts to the hands) but no reported deaths or serious injuries requiring hospitalization, fitting the High severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Horizon Hobby Inc. is recalling about 15,000 Spektrum DX6i radio transmitters used to control model airplanes and helicopters. The defective transmitters can cause the model aircraft to fall from the sky and crash into bystanders or property. Additionally, the propellers can spin unexpectedly, injuring a person standing too close or working on the aircraft. This poses impact and laceration hazards to consumers and a risk of property damage.
The recalled transmitters were sold individually or as part of three different ready-to-fly model aircraft between July 2008 and January 2009 at independently-owned model and hobby shops. The transmitters were sold for about $200 individually, or between $400 and $500 when sold with a model airplane or helicopter. "Spektrum DX6i" is printed on the front of the transmitters. Specific item numbers and date codes are listed in the official recall notice.
Horizon Hobby is aware of two injuries that resulted in multiple cuts to the hands. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio transmitters and contact Horizon Hobby to arrange to have the transmitters shipped free of charge for inspection and repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.horizonhobby.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Spektrum DX6i Radio Transmitters used with model aircraft
- Manufacturer
- Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 15,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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