Horizon Hobby recalls Blade 500 X and 3D model helicopters with faulty tail rotor grips that may separate, causing crashes and injuries. Consumers must stop using and return for a replacement.
The tail rotor grip used for securing the tail rotor blade to the tail rotor hub can separate and release from the helicopter, posing a risk of a crash and injury hazard.
Horizon Hobby is recalling Blade 500 X and 3D model helicopters because the tail rotor grip can separate and cause crashes or injuries. This affects owners who have the specific model numbers listed in the recall notice.
The tail rotor grip, a black plastic piece that holds the tail rotor blades, can separate from the helicopter during use. This separation may cause the helicopter to crash, leading to potential injuries such as lacerations or falls.
Model helicopter owners who purchased Blade 500 X BNF or 3D BNF/RTF helicopters with model numbers BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1, BLH 1850, or BLH 4080 are affected. Children and hobbyists using these helicopters are at highest risk due to the potential for crashes.
Check for the "500 X" logo on the canopy of Blade 500 X models or "500 3D" logo on Blade 500 3D models. The model numbers BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1, BLH 1850, or BLH 4080 indicate the recalled items.
Immediately stop using the recalled helicopters to prevent potential crashes and injuries.
Reach out to Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and installation instructions.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation.
The affected models have the following numbers: BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1, BLH 1850, and BLH 4080.
Check for the "500 X" logo on Blade 500 X models or "500 3D" logo on Blade 500 3D models, and verify the model numbers listed in the recall.
Yes, the tail rotor grip can separate during use, causing the helicopter to crash and potentially leading to injuries.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Horizon Hobby to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1607 — Horizon Hobby Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D RTF and BNF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters Hello, I own a Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D RTF and BNF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters that is covered by recall 1607 from Horizon Hobby. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
