DATE: June 10, 2011
CATEGORY: Toys & Games
COMPANY/BRAND: Excite USA
THE DANGER: The plastic blades of the helicopter can detach during operation, posing a laceration hazard. Three incidents were reported and two of these included laceration injuries.
DESCRIPTION: The recalled toy Military Copters are operated by manual rotary starters and sold as a unit with two sizes, 7 and 11 inches in length, in tan and black. The product comes in a blister pack with "Military Copter with 2 Launchers" marked on the package and "Military Copter" marked on both sides of the manual starter. The model number, #9009935 and UPC 680108044474 number are printed on the back of the package near the bar code.
SOLD AT: Exclusively at Rite Aid stores nationwide from January 2011 through May 2011 for about $7.
WHAT TO DO: Immediately take the recalled helicopters away from children and return the product to any Rite Aid store for a full refund. Contact Excite USA toll-free at 866-791-4754 or visit excite-limited.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11243.html