Horizon Hobby Recalls Spektrum Receivers Used with Model Airplane Gliders Due to Risk of Injury

Recalled September 14, 2010 · CPSC recall 10342 · Horizon Hobby

Hazard

The receiver can lose contact with the model airplane glider's radio control while within normal radio range limits. If this happens, the glider can fall from the sky and hit consumers, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Horizon Hobby for information on receiving a free replacement receiver.

Units

About 3,500 in the United States and 150 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves Spektrum AR6250 receivers designed for use with carbon fiber model gliders. Model number AR6250 can be found on the back of the packaging and on the front and back of the receiver. "Spektrum" is printed on the front of the receiver.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Horizon Hobby for information on receiving a free replacement receiver.

Contact

For additional information, contact Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, between 12 noon and 7 p.m. CT Sunday, or by mail at 4105 Fieldstone Road, Champaign, Ill. 61822. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.horizonhobby.com

Product

Spektrum Receivers

Imported by

Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.

Retailers

Horizon Hobby direct sales representatives nationwide and Canada from March 2009 through May 2010 for about $105.

Made in

Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →