CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Family Dollar Stores Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Tanks Due to Burn Hazard
This recalled product is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a remote-controlled green toy tank attached by a cable to a grey battery-powered controller. The controller requires three AAA batteries to power the tank to move forward and backward and the tank turret to rotate and shoot projectiles. The controller is marked "Target Practice Tank Play Set."
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.familydollar.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5.
Injuries
Family Dollar has received five reports of the controllers overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
11107
Product Information
Product Name
Remote-controlled toy tanks
Product Type
Toy Vehicles (Not Riding Toys)
Number of Units
About 67,000
Imported By
Family Dollar Services Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
Manufactured In
China