Horizon Hobby Recalls Losi NiMH Battery Charger Due to Possible Burn and Fire Hazards
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Horizon Hobby Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Chargers |
| Units | About 975 |
| Hazards | The charger and battery can emit excessive heat, posing a burn and fire hazard. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Horizon Hobby for a refund of the retail value. |
| Manufacturers |
Horizon Hobby Losi |
Details
The Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Charger is black, measures 4” x 2” and has model number LOSB9904. The model number is printed on the back of the product’s packaging with the bar code. A Losi logo sticker is on the front of the charger, along with another sticker bearing the instruction: “Use only with 7.2V NiMH Batteries 1500mAh or higher.” On the back of the charger is a sticker with voltage and current ratings for input (100-240VAC, 1.0A) and output (8.5V, 3A) along with another Losi logo.
Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Saturday and between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday or visit the website at www.horizonhobby.com/losicombo
