Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Sold Exclusively in Walgreens Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards by TWIE
CPSC recall 08293. Recall date: . Last publish date of the CPSC notice: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The rechargeable battery contained inside the helicopter can catch fire, igniting the helicopter and nearby combustible materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact TWIE for a full refund. Returns will be accepted by TWIE. Walgreens will not accept returns or provide a refund.
CPSC recall 08293 has the recall date 29 May 2008. The notice names the firm TWIE, also known as Tradewinds International Enterprises. The recall has about 152,000 units. The median CPSC recall of 2008 has 9,500 units. This register puts the recall under 2 hazards. The first is Fire. CPSC gives the product type Toy Helicopters.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | TWIE has received two reports of helicopters catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported. |
|---|---|
| Units | 152,000 |
| Description | This recall involves the "Sky Champion" wireless indoor helicopter. The helicopter comes with a transmitter that controls and recharges the helicopter. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 7 inches by 3 inches. The transmitter measures about 6 inches by 4 inches. "BH26047" is printed on the tail of the helicopter. "WIC 551777" and the UPC code 630990006005 are printed on the packaging. |
| Product | Sky Champion Wireless Indoor Helicopters, About 152,000, Toy Helicopters |
| Sold at | Walgreens stores nationwide from June 2007 through November 2007 for about $20. |
| Importer | TWIE, also known as Tradewinds International Enterprises Inc |
| Made in | Hong Kong |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 152,000Median of 2008: 9,500
- CPSC recalls of 2008
- 392
- Recalls of 2008 with one of the same hazards
- 30%
- Recalls of 2008 in the category Toy Helicopters
- 1%
- Recalls on the register that name TWIE, also known as Tradewinds International Enterprises
- 1
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 08293The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 08293. https://recallregister.com/product/4312-remote-controlled-helicopter-toys-sold-exclusively-in-walgreens-recall/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
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- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 08293 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
TWIE has received two reports of helicopters catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Walgreens stores nationwide from June 2007 through November 2007 for about $20.
- How many units are in CPSC recall 08293?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 152,000
- Where was the product made?
- The CPSC notice gives:
Hong Kong