Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D RTF and BNF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Horizon Hobby is recalling Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D BNF and RTF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters with model numbers BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1, BLH 1850, and BLH 4080. These helicopters are approximately 33.5 inches long, 11.8 inches tall, and weigh about 4 pounds. The recalled models can be identified by the "500 X" or "500 3D" logos on the canopy. The hazard involves the tail rotor grip, a black plastic holder approximately 1¼ inches tall and ½ inch wide that secures the tail rotor blade to the tail rotor hub. This grip can separate and release from the helicopter during operation.
If the tail rotor grip separates, the helicopter can crash, creating a risk of injury to users or bystanders. According to the recall, consumers should immediately stop using the affected helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby to receive a replacement tail grip and installation instructions.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The tail rotor grip used for securing the tail rotor blade to the tail rotor hub can separate and release from the helicopter, posing a risk of a crash and injury hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation.
The recall involves Blade 500 X BNF and Blade 500 3D BNF and RTF Remote Controlled Model Helicopters with model numbers BLH 1800, BLH 1800M1, BLH 1850, and BLH 4080. The helicopters are about 33.5 inches long and 11.8 inches tall and weigh about 4 lbs. The canopy of the 500 X has the "500 X" logo on each side. The canopy of the 500 3D has the "500 3D" logo on each side. The tail rotor grip for each model is a black plastic holder that holds the tail rotor blades of the helicopter in place. The grips are approximately 1 ¼ inches tall and ½ inch wide.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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