CPSC recall 13159
Remote-Controlled Banshee 3 Channel helicopters
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-01-22
On 2015-01-22 the CPSC announced a recall of Remote-Controlled Banshee 3 Channel helicopters by Ultimate Products Hk, citing the rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat and ignite the helicopter, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13159 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2013-04-02 |
| Published | 2015-01-22 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Ultimate Products Hk |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Remote-Controlled Banshee 3 Channel helicopters | This recall involves the Radio Controlled Banshee Helicopter with lights, series 3CH-777. The series number is printed on the product packaging. The plastic helicopters were sold in black and red or black and yellow color combinations and measure about 19 inches long and 6 inches high. The helicopters have a rounded front yellow cockpit with bee decals and a narrow black plastic tail assembly. They were sold with a remote-control unit and a separate charger. "Fly Dragonfly" and SKU #51727 are printed on the product packaging. "Date of Production: June 2011," "Manufacturer Ultimate Products (HK) Ltd.," and "Distributor MTG Inc." is printed on a white label on the back of the helicopter remote control.
Reason
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat and ignite the helicopter, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
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/2013/Remote-Controlled-Helicopters-Recalled-by-Midwest-Trading-Group
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