Remote-Controlled Helicopters Recalled by Midwest Trading Group Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1349.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1349.
Consumers should stop using the remote-controlled helicopters immediately and contact Midwest Trading Group for instructions on receiving a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Ace Hardware, Alco, Discount Direct, Seen On Screen Nationwide And Va Canteen Service And Online Including Pulsetv.com From October 2011 Through November 2011 For Between $40 And $50. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1349.
Midwest Trading Group toll-free at (866) 815-4714 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.mtradinggroup.com and click on the Recall page for more information.
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Ace Hardware, Alco, Discount Direct, Seen On Screen Nationwide And Va Canteen Service And Online Including Pulsetv.com From October 2011 Through November 2011 For Between $40 And $50. is the subject of a toys recall: Remote-Controlled Helicopters Recalled by Midwest Trading Group Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. The notice was published on April 2, 2013 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 9,400 units are potentially affected.