ECX Circuit recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 25, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Horizon Hobby Recalls Remote-Controlled Model Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

17139

Sold / distributed

Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.horizonhobby.com from October 2016 through December 2016 for about $180.

Why it was recalled

The vehicle's electronic speed control (ESC) can fail and short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

The recall involves the Dynamite 40-Amp FWD REV Brushed ESC - DYNS2201. It is the Electronic Speed Control (ESC) that comes in the remote controlled hobby model vehicles ECX 1/10 LiPo Circuit, Ruckus and Torment models with the following models numbers: ECX03130T1, ECX03130T2, ECX03131T1, ECX03131T2, ECX03133T1, ECX03133T2, ECX03154. The model numbers can be found on the product box or in the owner's manual for each vehicle. The model vehicles measure about 18 inches in length and 12 inches in width and are hobby grade remote control models for ages 14 and up.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Horizon Hobby for instructions on receiving a free replacement ESC.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.