Westminster Inc. Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Risk of Fire
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Date: | June 26 2008 |
Name of Products: | “Thunder Wolf” Remote Controlled Indoor Helicopters |
Units: | About 102,000 |
Manufacturer: | Imported/Distributed by Westminster Inc., of Atlanta, Ga. |
Hazard: | The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter’s body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers. |
Incidents/Injuries: | Westminster Inc. has received seven reports of overheating and/or melting of the helicopter, including one report of flames and two reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported. |
Description: | The “Thunder Wolf” remote-controlled indoor helicopter is made of foam and plastic, and measures about 7 inches by 3 inches. “TW0996” is printed on the tail of the helicopter and was sold in multiple accent colors. The helicopter comes with a controller and a separate charger. Only helicopters that do not have “Made in China” stamped on the underside of the helicopter are subject to the recall. |
Sold at: | Retail stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for about $20. |
Manufactured in: | China |
Remedy: | Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact Westminster Inc. for a refund. Retailers will not accept returns or provide a refund. |
Consumer Contact: | Westminster Inc. |