Reedy Quasar Pro Battery Charger (Associated Electrics) – Charging Malfunction (2004)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Reedy Quasar Pro Battery Charger (charges batteries used to power remote control race cars)
Brand
Associated Electrics Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Associated Electrics Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif. is recalling Reedy Quasar Pro Battery Charger (charges batteries used to power remote control. The hazard is: A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overh. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recalled #611 Quasar Pro Chargers were manufactured from February 2002 through February 2004. The gray charger box has words "Quasar Pro" printed in yellow on the front and shows a display of "QUASAR PRO VERSION 1.0" when first turned on. The recalled chargers either have no barcode label on the underside or a barcode label with the numbers "611" or "611A".
Reported concern (CPSC)
A defective fuse and program error in the charger can cause the battery packs being charged to overheat and explode, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the charger immediately and contact Associated Electrics to receive a free repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026