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Toys & Games/Children's Toys (3-12)

Horizon Hobby Recalls Remote-Controlled Model Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: April 25, 2017
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Summary

Horizon Hobby is recalling approximately 18,600 ECX 1/10 LiPo Circuit, Ruckus, and Torment remote-controlled model vehicles. The Dynamite 40-Amp Electronic Speed Control (ESC) included in these vehicles can fail and short circuit, which can cause the component to catch fire. The firm has received 19 reports of these speed controllers catching fire, though no injuries or property damage have been reported. These hobby-grade vehicles were sold at Horizon Hobby stores and online from October 2016 through December 2016.

Risk

The vehicle's electronic speed control can short circuit and catch fire during use. This poses a fire hazard to users and their surroundings, especially as 19 incidents of fire have already been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled ECX 1/10 LiPo Circuit, Ruckus, or Torment model vehicles.
  2. Identify your vehicle's model number, which can be found on the product box or in the owner's manual. The affected model numbers are: ECX03130T1, ECX03130T2, ECX03131T1, ECX03131T2, ECX03133T1, ECX03133T2, and ECX03154.
  3. Check the internal electronic speed control (ESC) for the part number DYNS2201 (Dynamite 40-Amp FWD REV Brushed ESC).
  4. Contact Horizon Hobby at 800-338-4639 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Saturday, or 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Sunday to receive instructions on getting a free replacement ESC.
  5. You can also visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on 'Product Recalls' at the bottom of the page for more information and online assistance.
  6. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Horizon Hobby for instructions on receiving a free replacement ESC.

Contact: Horizon Hobby at 800-338-4639 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 P.M. CT on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Sunday or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: ECX 1/10 Circuit 2WD LiPo White/Blue
Model:
ECX03130T1
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016
Product: ECX 1/10 Circuit 2WD LiPo Blue/Orange
Model:
ECX03130T2
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016
Product: ECX 1/10 Ruckus 2WD LiPo Silver/Blue
Model:
ECX03131T1
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016
Product: ECX 1/10 Ruckus 2WD LiPo
Model:
ECX03131T2
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016
Product: ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo Red/Silver
Model:
ECX03133T1
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016
Product: ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo Yellow/Blue
Model:
ECX03133T2
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016
Product: ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo K&N
Model:
ECX03154
DYNS2201
Date Ranges: October 2016 - December 2016

Product Images

ECX03130T1 ECX 1/10 Circuit 2WD LiPo White/Blue

ECX03130T1 ECX 1/10 Circuit 2WD LiPo White/Blue

ECX03130T2 ECX 1/10 Circuit 2WD LiPo Blue/Orange

ECX03130T2 ECX 1/10 Circuit 2WD LiPo Blue/Orange

ECX03131T1 ECX 1/10 Ruckus 2WD LiPo Silver/Blue

ECX03131T1 ECX 1/10 Ruckus 2WD LiPo Silver/Blue

ECX03133T1 ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo Red/Silver

ECX03133T1 ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo Red/Silver

ECX03133T2 ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo Yellow/Blue

ECX03133T2 ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo Yellow/Blue

ECX03154 ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo K&N

ECX03154 ECX 1/10 Torment 2WD LiPo K&N

DYNS2201 ESC

DYNS2201 ESC

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 17139
Status: Active
Sold By: Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.horizonhobby.com from October 2016 through December 2016 for about $180.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 18,600 (In addition, 540 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Horizon Hobby LLC, of Champaign, Ill.
Contact: Horizon Hobby at 800-338-4639 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 P.M. CT on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Sunday or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: April 25, 2017

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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