Family Dollar Stores Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Tanks Due to Burn Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #11107
Recall Date
2011-01-25
Manufacturer
Family Dollar Services Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
Units Affected
About 67,000
Products Involved
Remote-controlled toy tanks
Hazard
The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
Family Dollar has received five reports of the controllers overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recalled product is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a remote-controlled green toy tank attached by a cable to a grey battery-powered controller. The controller requires three AAA batteries to power the tank to move forward and backward and the tank turret to rotate and shoot projectiles. The controller is marked "Target Practice Tank Play Set."
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28