Horizon Hobby is recalling about 117 Dynamite 7.4 volt LiPo batteries used for Losi Micro remote control vehicles. The battery leads were wired incorrectly to the connector, which can cause the battery to overheat and catch fire during use or charging. No incidents or injuries have been reported, but consumers should immediately stop using these batteries and return them to Horizon Hobby for a full refund or replacement.
The positive and negative battery wires are incorrectly connected, causing an electrical mismatch that can lead to overheating and fire during charging or operation. This defect poses a significant fire hazard to the user and surrounding property.
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery immediately. Disconnect it from the product or charger and return the battery to Horizon Hobby for a full refund or a replacement battery.
Dynamite 7.4V battery
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response