CPSC recall 07139
Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries by Estes Cox, citing the airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07139 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2007-03-27 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Estes Cox |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Radio Control Model Airplanes (Models 4153 and 4161) with Lithium Polymer Batteries | This recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage. Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.
Reason
The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Estes-Cox-Radio-Control-Airplanes-with-Lithium-Polymer-Batteries-Recalled-for-Fire-Hazard
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