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.
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