Traxxas is recalling about 4,900 X-Maxx Monster Trucks (model 77076-04) and 140 standalone VXL-6s electronic speed controls. Modification of the vehicle or an electronic failure in the control module can cause a short circuit, which has led to 40 reports of fire and one finger injury. These 20-pound trucks were sold in red and blue at HobbyTown and other hobby stores nationwide between November 2015 and January 2016. Owners should stop using the trucks immediately and contact Traxxas for a free repair, which includes a firmware upgrade and the installation of a new fusible link.
The electronic speed control module can suffer an electrical short circuit during use or following vehicle modifications. This short circuit can cause the components to overheat and catch fire, posing a risk of burns or property damage.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trucks and return their electronic speed control to their dealer for a free firmware upgrade and installation of a new fusible link, or contact Traxxas customer support to return the electronic speed control and have a firmware upgrade and free fusible link installation.
X-Maxx Monster Trucks
Connection Bridge Wire To Be Replaced
Original Packaging
Speed Control
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response