CPSC, Megatech Announce Recall of Rechargeable Battery Packs for Radio Controlled Airplanes
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2268.
These rechargeable, NiMh battery packs used with certain Megatech radio-controlled airplanes were included with Skyliner model radio-controlled airplanes. They are 7-cell, 8.4V battery packs and are covered in a light green plastic. They measure 1-1/4 inches wide, 3-7/8 inches long, and 1/2 inches thick. The batteries were made in China and the battery packs were assembled in Taiwan.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2268.
Consumers should stop using these batteries immediately and contact Megatech for information on obtaining a replacement power supply.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Airplanes With The Recalled Batteries Were Sold By Hammacher Schlemmer Nationwide, From December 2000 To March 2001, For A Suggested Retail Price Between $224 And $300. The Batteries Were Also Sold Separately For Approximately $36. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2268.
Consumers may contact Megatech toll-free at (888) MEGA-911 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday for information.
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Airplanes With The Recalled Batteries Were Sold By Hammacher Schlemmer Nationwide, From December 2000 To March 2001, For A Suggested Retail Price Between $224 And $300. The Batteries Were Also Sold Separately For Approximately $36. Recall FAQ
Airplanes With The Recalled Batteries Were Sold By Hammacher Schlemmer Nationwide, From December 2000 To March 2001, For A Suggested Retail Price Between $224 And $300. The Batteries Were Also Sold Separately For Approximately $36. is the subject of an electronics recall: CPSC, Megatech Announce Recall of Rechargeable Battery Packs for Radio Controlled Airplanes. The notice was published on June 6, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,000 units are potentially affected.