Remote-Controlled Helicopter – fire and burn risk (2013)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters
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
A manufacturer is recalling Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters. The hazard is: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consum. 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
This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9 inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.
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