CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The airplanes are launched by hand and can explode near the consumer's head, posing a risk of temporary hearing loss and injuries to eyes, face and hands.
Risk of Explosion and Hearing Damage Prompts Recall of Remote Control Airplanes
This recall involves Model 4116 Sky Rangers Park Flyer radio control airplanes, which come with a black battery charger. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 14 inches, a light blue, white and orange polystyrene foam fuselage, and a copper coil on the rudder. Airplanes with a warning sticker on the fuselage near the on/off switch are not included in the recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled airplanes immediately and contact Estes-Cox to verify that their plane is being recalled and for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Thursday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.estesrockets.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Hobby stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $20 and $40.
Injuries
Estes-Cox has received 45 reports of airplanes exploding, including 22 reports of consumers experiencing temporary ear pain or hearing being affected; five reports of minor burns to hands, faces or eyes; two reports of chest impact from debris; two report
Recall Number
07250
Product Information
Product Name
Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control Airplanes
Product Type
Radio-Controlled Airplanes
Number of Units
About 21,000
Distributed By
Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo.
Manufactured In
China