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Horizon Hobby Recalls Remote Controlled Model Helicopters Due to Injury Hazard
What You Should Do
Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled helicopters and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement tail grip and instructions for installation. Options: Replace
Affected Products
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.
Why Was This Recalled?
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.
Where Was This Sold?
Distribution information not available.
About Shenzen Shen's Tongchuang Aeronautic Model Co., Ltd. of China
Shenzen Shen's Tongchuang Aeronautic Model Co., Ltd. of China has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.
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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report