ECX Circuit, Ruckus, and Torment remote-controlled model vehicles
CPSC Recall #17-139 — April 25, 2017
Product
ECX Circuit, Ruckus, and Torment remote-controlled model vehicles
Description
The recall involves the Dynamite 40-Amp FWD REV Brushed ESC – DYNS2201. It is the Electronic Speed Control (ESC) that comes in the remote controlled hobby model vehicles ECX 1/10 LiPo Circuit, Ruckus and Torment models with the following models numbers: ECX03130T1, ECX03130T2, ECX03131T1, ECX03131T2, ECX03133T1, ECX03133T2, ECX03154. The model numbers can be found on the product box or in the owner’s manual for each vehicle. The model vehicles measure about 18 inches in length and 12 inches in width and are hobby grade remote control models for ages 14 and up.
Hazard
The vehicle’s electronic speed control (ESC) can fail and short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Horizon Hobby has received 19 reports of the ESC in the model truck and cars catching fire. No injuries or property damage has been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Horizon Hobby for instructions on receiving a free replacement ESC.
Units Affected
About 18,600 (In addition, 540 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.horizonhobby.com from October 2016 through December 2016 for about $180.
Importer
Horizon Hobby LLC, of Champaign, Ill.
Manufactured In
China