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Product Recall Number: 13-047

Why was Cordless Drill recalled?

The black trigger switch on the 19.2v cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Cordless Drill
Here's product recall specific data for Cordless Drill.

  • Product Recall Number: 13-047

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2012-11-26

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Cordless Drill

  • Description: The black trigger switch on the 19.2v cordless drill can overheat.

  • Hazard Description: The black trigger switch on the 19.2v cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Replace

  • Units: About 108,000

  • Incidents: 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.

  • 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.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: China

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed