CPSC2012-11-27
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Cordless Drill Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
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Hazard
The black trigger switch on the 19.2v cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled drill immediately, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Harbor Freight Tools to receive a free replacement drill.
Sold at
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, via catalog and online at www.harborfreight.com from April, 2008 through May 2012 for between $27 and $30.
Affected count
About 108,000
Injuries reported
Harbor Freight Tools has received one report of a drill overheating and burning through the handle of the unit, which resulted in a consumer receiving a minor injury.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Cordless Drill
Consumer contact
Harbor Freight Tools; toll-free at (800) 444-3353, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or www.harborfreight.com and click on Recall Safety Information under Customer Service for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@harborfreight.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-Cordless-Drill-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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