CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Digital Multimeters
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2201.
Multimeters are used to measure voltage, resistance and current. The recalled Fluke digital multimeters measure up to 1,000 volts alternating current (VAC) and direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "175", "177" or "179" are written on the front of the unit. The tester body is yellow and black, and measures about 7.25 inches long by 3.5 inches wide. Recalled units have a serial number below 79000000. The serial number is written on the back of the instrument, under the hinged stand.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2201.
Consumers should stop using these testers immediately and contact Fluke for information on returning the recalled unit for a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Home And Hardware Stores And Industrial Distributors Nationwide Sold These Testers, From January 2001 Through October 2001, For Between $170 And $215. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2201.
Consumers should call Fluke at (800) 260-4819 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or at the Fluke website www.fluke.com/170recall
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Home And Hardware Stores And Industrial Distributors Nationwide Sold These Testers, From January 2001 Through October 2001, For Between $170 And $215. Recall FAQ
Home And Hardware Stores And Industrial Distributors Nationwide Sold These Testers, From January 2001 Through October 2001, For Between $170 And $215. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Digital Multimeters. The notice was published on August 19, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 40,000 units are potentially affected.