Product name | Radio Control Airplanes | |
Description | This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions. | |
Problem | The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard. | |
Distribution | RadioShack and Walmart stores nationwide. | |
Company | Estes-Cox - 800-576-5811; Web site - www.estesrockets.com | |
Dates sold | December 2006 through February 2007. | |
Date posted | 04/02/2007 | |
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Illinois Department of Public Health 535 West Jefferson Street Springfield, Illinois 62761 Phone 217-782-3300 Fax 217-782-3987 TTY 800-547-0466 Questions or Comments |