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CPSC, Megatech Announce Recall of Rechargeable Battery Packs for Radio Controlled Airplanes

Reported: June 6, 2002 Initiated: June 6, 2002 #02546

Product Description

These rechargeable, NiMh battery packs used with certain Megatech radio-controlled airplanes were included with Skyliner model radio-controlled airplanes. They are 7-cell, 8.4V battery packs and are covered in a light green plastic. They measure 1-1/4 inches wide, 3-7/8 inches long, and 1/2 inches thick. The batteries were made in China and the battery packs were assembled in Taiwan.

Reason for Recall

The internal battery cell connections may slip and result in arcing and overheating, posing a fire or thermal burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these batteries immediately and contact Megatech for information on obtaining a replacement power supply.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Megatech-Announce-Recall-of-Rechargeable-Battery-Packs-for-Radio-Controlled-Airplanes

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These rechargeable, NiMh battery packs used with certain Megatech radio-controlled airplanes were included with Skyliner model radio-controlled airplanes. They are 7-cell, 8.4V battery packs and are covered in a light green plastic. They measure 1-1/4 inches wide, 3-7/8 inches long, and 1/2 inches thick. The batteries were made in China and the battery packs were assembled in Taiwan.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The internal battery cell connections may slip and result in arcing and overheating, posing a fire or thermal burn hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these batteries immediately and contact Megatech for information on obtaining a replacement power supply.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 6, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02546.

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