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Fire / OverheatingOctober 15, 2015CPSC #16008

Horizon Hobby Recalls E-flite Chargers Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Chargers & Adapters
Units affected
1,300
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves the EFLC1105 E-flite Ultra Micro-4, 4x9W, AC/DC Battery Charger from E-flite. The charger has four independently functioning charge circuits with a LED status display. Each port can charge one 30-150mAh, 1S UM cell, a 1S MCPX cell, or one 120-300mAh 2S pack equipped with a JST-PH, 3-wire connector. The charger measures 5 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 1.5 inches deep. The charger is blue with a gray, black and blue faceplate with white and black type. "Eflite Celectra UMX-$ Battery Charger" is printed across the center of the charger.

Hazard

The chargers can overcharge the batteries and overheat, which could result in a fire, property damage and injury.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.HorizonHobby.com from March 2015 through June 2015 for about $70.

Photos

Recalled E-flite Ultra Micro-4, 4x9W, AC/DC Battery Charger
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