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Product Recall
Excite USA Recalls Toy Helicopters Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Rite Aid Stores
Excite USA toy military helicopters
Military Copters
Recall Date: June 10th, 2011
Type: Toys
Units: About 24,000
Hazards: The plastic blades of the helicopter can detach during operation, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedies: Refund
Consumers should immediately take the recalled helicopters away from children and return the product to any Rite Aid store for a full refund.
Description
The recalled toy Military Copters are operated by manual rotary starters and sold as a unit with two sizes, 7 and 11 inches in length, of tan and black helicopters. The product comes in a blister pack with “Military Copter with 2 Launchers” marked on the package and “Military Copter” marked on both sides of the manual starter. The model number, #9009935 and UPC 680108044474 number are printed on the back of the package near the bar code.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Excite USA toll free at (866) 791-4754 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.Excite-Limited.comInjuries:
Three incidents were reported, two to Excite and one to CPSC. Two of these included laceration injuries.
Manufacturers:
Excite USA, of Carrollton, Texas
Retailers:
Exclusively at Rite Aid Corporation stores nationwide from January 2011 through May 2011 for about $7.
