CPSC Recall in 2006: Remote Control Flying Saucers Sold by QVC Recalled for Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-531

Date: February 23, 2006

Product Name: Pro Flying Saucer (Radio Control)

Recall Description:

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa. is recalling about 180,000 Pro Flying Saucers (Radio Control). The battery charger cord sold with these flying saucers can overcharge and cause the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.Name of Product: Pro Flying Saucer (Radio Control)Units: About 180,000Importer/Distributor: Creative Innovations & Sourcing LLC, of Pittsfield, Mass.Retailer: QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.Hazard: The battery charger cord sold with these flying saucers can overcharge and cause the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.Incidents/Injuries: There have been at least 56 reports of overheating, smoking, melting and fire including eight reports of minor damage to furniture, carpeting or countertops. There have been seven reports of minor burns to hands or fingers.Description: The Pro Flying Saucer is about 13 inches in diameter and comes in blue or yellow. It is made of Styrofoam and has a plastic propeller. The Pro Flying Saucer comes with a controller unit, launch pad and a battery charger cord. The item number of the recalled product, M12037, is found on the product's packaging.Sold by: QVC Inc. exclusively nationwide from November 2005 through December 2005 for $27 or $30.Manufactured In: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the product immediately. QVC will notify all purchasers of the product about the recall, and provide them with a new battery charger cord and a pre-paid mailer, in which consumers should return the recalled battery charger cord.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact QVC Inc., toll-free at (800) 367-9444 anytime or log on to the company's Web site at www.qvc.com under the product recall section.

Hazard Description:

The battery charger cord sold with these flying saucers can overcharge and cause the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 180,000

Incidents:

There have been at least 56 reports of overheating, smoking, melting and fire including eight reports of minor damage to furniture, carpeting or countertops. There have been seven reports of minor burns to hands or fingers.

Sold At:

QVC Inc. exclusively nationwide from November 2005 through December 2005 for $27 or $30.

Manufactured In:

China