CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The controller power supply can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 9, 2006

Remote Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard

The recalled remote control toy helicopters are lightweight, made of plastic, and measure 7 inches from end to end. Designs are printed on the helicopter's body. The helicopter comes with a control unit and a charger and rechargeable batteries are pre-installed in the fuselage. This recall involves toys one of the following date codes: 06XXXXHM2, 06XXXXHM8, 06XXXXHM186. The date codes are located on a sticker on the bottom of the helicopter's body and on the inside of the controller's battery compartment. Toys currently on retail shelves or having a date code ending in 386 are not included in this recall.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopters and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product.

Contact Information

For more information, call Spin Master at (800) 622-8339 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.spinmaster.com

Recall Details

Sold At
National retailers from July 2006 through early November 2006 for about $100.
Injuries
Spin Master has received 11 reports of the toy overheating, including two fires and one report of a consumer receiving minor skin burns.
Manufacturer
Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada
Recall Number
07031

Product Information

Product Name
Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter
Product Type
Toy Helicopters
Number of Units
About 46,200
Manufacturer Name
Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 622-8339
Website www.spinmaster.com
Full Contact Information

For more information, call Spin Master at (800) 622-8339 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.spinmaster.com