Snap Recalls 71,000 Pixy Drones Over Fire Hazard
The company offers full refunds to users after reports of battery overheating, posing a risk of fire and injury.
- Snap has issued a recall for all 71,000 Pixy drones sold due to a potential fire risk from lithium-ion batteries.
- The recall follows four reports of battery issues, including overheating and bulging, which led to one minor fire and one minor injury.
- Users are advised to immediately stop using the Pixy drones, remove the battery, and follow specific disposal guidelines.
- Snap is offering full refunds to all Pixy drone owners, including those who received the drone as a gift or purchased it on sale.
- The Pixy drone was discontinued a few months after its launch in 2022 amid declining sales and a shift in company focus.