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Fire / OverheatingJune 25, 2013CPSC #13227

Horizon Hobby Recalls Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Chargers & Adapters
Units affected
117
Remedy
refund, replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves Dynamite 7.4 volt LiPo batteries that are used to power Horizon Hobby's Losi Micro remote control vehicles. The batteries measure about 2 inches long by 1 inch wide by ½ inch thick. The batteries were sold separately from the vehicles and have red and black wires coming out of the end into a white plastic connector. Dynamite, 180 mAh, 2S, 20C Li-Po and DYN1429 are printed on the side of the black and orange batteries.

Hazard

The positive and negative battery leads are incorrectly wired to the battery connector. The use or charging of the battery can cause the battery to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.horizonhobby.com from December 2012 through April 2013 for about $20.

Photos

Dynamite 7.4V battery
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