CPSC2007-07-11
Batteries Used with Power Tools Recalled by Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. Due To Laceration Hazard
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co., of Brookfield, Wis.
Hazard
If a vent on the battery cell is damaged or compromised during use, the battery can explode and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs. Consumers should contact the Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. to determine if they have one of the recalled batteries. The company will provide a free replacement battery pack for consumers with recalled units.
Sold at
Home centers, hardware stores, industrial distributors and vehicle service distributors nationwide from July 1999 through 2005.
Affected count
About 1 million
Injuries reported
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. has received 35 reports of incidents, including 11 injuries from battery packs exploding while in use. Injuries include minor cuts, bruises and some hearing loss.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Products
Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic 14.4- and 18-Volt 2.4Ah NiCd battery packs
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. at (800) 729-3878 between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.milwaukeetool.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Batteries-Used-with-Power-Tools-Recalled-by-Milwaukee-Electric-Tool-Co-Due-To-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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