CPSC2012-06-27
Alltrade Tools Recalls Kawasaki Cordless Drill Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco
Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China
Hazard
The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and register at www.alltrade2.fox-international.com to receive a free drill, including shipping. Alltrade Tools is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled drills. Consumers should not return the drills to the store where purchased.
Sold at
Costco stores nationwide from May 2011 through February 2012 for about $50.
Affected count
About 45,000
Injuries reported
Alltrade Tools has received 33 reports of incidents, including one minor burn injury.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Kawasaki cordless drill
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Alltrade Tools toll-free at (800) 727-7420 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday PT, or visit the firm's website at www.alltrade2.fox-international.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Alltrade-Tools-Recalls-Kawasaki-Cordless-Drill-Due-to-Burn-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-CostcoDon't want to check this manually?
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