Little crack on a brand new Phantom 3 adv

[Gianluke]

Hi guys,
i bought a brand new Phantom 3 Advanced (no refurbished or used) last week-end and when i opened the box i noticed a very little crack on the shell, near one of the 4 motors (as you can see in the picture).
I know that this is a common problem in Phantom 3 series, but usually after some flight hours; so, it’s possible that my new P3A without flight hours has it? Did someone here have the same problem?
I fear that this crack could become bigger, do you think it’s really dangerous?
Thank you in advance

 

[Czechsix]

It was either a demo, shelf display, or a returned unit.

I think that after some flights, that crack will travel. I'd reinforce it to stabilize it prior to running the aircraft.

 

[Fly Dawg]

Personally I would return it, if that is the case. By the way, I noticed you had motor covers on the Phantom. Did you buy those separately and install them yourself? The Phantoms don't come brand new with motor covers. That might be a hint if they were already there.

 

[Gianluke]

Yes, i bought them separately; the funny thing is that, before the P3A, i bought a P3S that was defective, with gimbal off and a little crack near the whole 4 motors. It was certainly a returned unit, because the box was badly close and also the stickers of the instructions was badly attacked. So i decided to return it back and to purchase the Advaced model, box really perfect, also the inside, but with this little crack

 

[JamesT1950]

Some of the P3's have gotten cracks in them over time but I have never heard of one, out of the box, with a crack. I don't believe that one is brand new if that's what they told you. Return it for a NEW one

 

[Fly Dawg]

If it were any place but where it is, perfectly in line with a motor screw, I would try to patch it. But being that close to the screw and you have the chance to return it, do it.

 

[Numone]

The outer shell screw has been over tightened. As others have said, if you can, send it back.

 

[Gianluke]

The problem is that i’ve already flight with my Phantom (only 1 time) and the Dealer can’t replace it for this reason; what DJI could do?

 

[Fly Dawg]

You can always contact them and ask, although it might be a sticky situation.

 

[Gianluke]

I tried to contact Dji, waiting for an answer.
I fear it will take 2-3 weeks for the replacement, but what could i do to patch it? Without upset the design

 

[Numone]

I tried to contact Dji, waiting for an answer.
I fear it will take 2-3 weeks for the replacement, but what could i do to patch it? Without upset the design

Wait for DJIs' response before you start a repair....