CPSC Recall in 2024: Snap Recalls Lithium-Ion Battery Sold for Pixy Flying Cameras Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2024.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 24-095

Date: February 01, 2024

Product Name: Lithium-ion battery sold for Pixy Flying Cameras

Recall Description:

This recall involves the rechargeable lithium-ion battery sold with the pocket-sized Pixy Flying Camera. The battery was sold separately and paired with the Pixy, which takes pictures and videos and measures about five inches long by four inches wide. The Pixy and battery are both yellow in color. Note: Recalled lithium-ion batteries should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state ordinances, following the procedures established by your municipal recycling center for damaged/defective/recalled lithium batteries, because these potentially hazardous batteries must be handled differently than other batteries. Do not throw this recalled battery in the trash. Do not deposit this recalled battery in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores.The battery measures about three inches long and half of an inch wide.

Hazard Description:

The lithium-ion battery in the camera can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 71,000

Incidents:

Snap has received four reports of the battery overheating and bulging, resulting in one minor battery fire and one minor injury.

Sold At:

Online at Pixy.com and Amazon.com from May 2022 through December 2023 for between $185 and $250 for the Pixy Flying Camera or “Flight Pack” bundle, between $40 and $50 for the extra charger/battery, and between $16 and $20 for the battery sold separately.

Manufactured In:

China