Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Active Recall Announced July 3, 2013 CPSC #13234

Quick answer

Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards is CPSC recall #13234, announced on July 3, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9 inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a toys r us store for a full refund or store credit.. Affected brand: Toys R Us Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9 inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.

Affected products

Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters

Recalled brands

Toys R Us Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.

Recall date

July 3, 2013

Categories

Toy Helicopters

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #13234?

CPSC recall #13234 covers Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 3, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9 inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.

What is the remedy for recall #13234?

The CPSC remedy for recall #13234 is consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a toys r us store for a full refund or store credit.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Toys-R-Us-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-Helicopters. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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