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

Date: April 25, 2017
Company: Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Horizon Hobby for instructions on receiving a free replacement ESC. Options: Replace

Affected Products

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.

Why Was This Recalled?

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

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online

Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online has 2 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report