Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
⚠ 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-3576.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3576.
Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.
✅ 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 Radioshack Stores Nationwide Sold The Sky Squadron Airplane From December 2006 Through February 2007 For About $35. Wal-mart Stores Nationwide Sold The Sky Ranger Airplane From January 2007 Through February 2007 For About $30. 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-3576.
For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.estesrockets.com
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Radioshack Stores Nationwide Sold The Sky Squadron Airplane From December 2006 Through February 2007 For About $35. Wal-mart Stores Nationwide Sold The Sky Ranger Airplane From January 2007 Through February 2007 For About $30. Recall FAQ
Radioshack Stores Nationwide Sold The Sky Squadron Airplane From December 2006 Through February 2007 For About $35. Wal-mart Stores Nationwide Sold The Sky Ranger Airplane From January 2007 Through February 2007 For About $30. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Estes-Cox Radio Control Airplanes with Lithium Polymer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard. The notice was published on March 27, 2007 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 66,000 units are potentially affected.