LEGO Systems Announces Recall of Remote Controls Due to Burn Hazard
What was recalled
This recall involves Power Functions IR Speed remote controls sold separately and as a part of the Emerald Night Train kit (Item K10194) and Power Functions kit (Item K8882). The gray plastic remote controls have two large orange dials and the word LEGO printed on the front.
Hazard
The batteries in the remote controls can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Injuries
LEGO Systems Inc. has received four reports of batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- LEGO catalogs and online at LEGO.com from April 2009 through May 2009 for about $13.
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