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Mon, Jul 08, 2013

RC Helicopters Recalled By Toys R Us

About 6,000 Of The Model Aircraft Have Been Sold

Toys R Us and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have issued a recall for Fast Lane FA-005 Radio-Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger.

According to the U.S. CPCS, the recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5.  The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter.  The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9-inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.

The recall notice indicates that Toys R Us has received 11 reports worldwide of the rechargeable battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

(Image provided by the U.S. Consumer Protection Safety Commission)

FMI: www.cpsc.gov

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