Product Recall Number: 13-159
Why was Remote-Controlled Banshee 3 Channel helicopters recalled?
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat and ignite the helicopter, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Product Recall Number: 13-159
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2013-04-02
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Remote-Controlled Banshee 3 Channel helicopters
Description: The rechargeable battery in the Banshee three-channel helicopters can overheat and ignite the helicopter.
Hazard Description: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat and ignite the helicopter, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: 9400
Incidents: The firm has received one report of a helicopter overheating with flames coming from the helicopter and one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the remote-controlled helicopters immediately and contact Midwest Trading Group for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Sold At: Ace Hardware, Alco, Discount Direct, Seen on Screen nationwide and VA Canteen Service and online including PulseTV.com from October 2011 through November 2011 for between $40 and $50.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed