CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Drill/Drivers
⚠ 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-2204.
The recalled cordless drill/drivers are orange and bear the word "Firestorm" or jade and bear the words "Quantum Pro." The drill/drivers have the following model numbers and date codes: Description Model Number Date Code Ranges 14.4 volt Firestorm CD632 990852 thru 20005052 14.4 volt Firestorm HP532 990152 thru 20001652 14.4 volt Firestorm FS1442 20002252 thru 20011852 14.4 volt Quantum Pro Q145 990252 thru 20001152 15.6 volt Firestorm FS1560 993752 thru 20000752 18 volt Firestorm FS1802 20002452 thru 20010652 18 volt Firestorm HP932 990152 thru 20012452 18 volt Firestorm HP932 19983352 thru 19984052 18 volt Quantum Pro Q185 990252 thru 20011052 The model numbers are located on the name plate on the side of the drill and the dates codes are located on the bottom of the handle where the battery is inserted (remove battery to locate date code). These drill/drivers were manufactured in China.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2204.
Consumers should stop using their drill/drivers immediately, remove the battery, and call Black & Decker to arrange 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 Centers And Hardware Stores Throughout The U.s., Puerto Rico And Canada Sold The Drill/drivers, From March 1999 Through December 2001, For Between $50 And $200. The Drill/drivers Were Sold Separately And As Part Of Various Tool Kits. 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-2204.
Consumers may call Black & Decker at (866) 821-5444 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For additional information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.blackanddecker.com
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Home Centers And Hardware Stores Throughout The U.s., Puerto Rico And Canada Sold The Drill/drivers, From March 1999 Through December 2001, For Between $50 And $200. The Drill/drivers Were Sold Separately And As Part Of Various Tool Kits. Recall FAQ
Home Centers And Hardware Stores Throughout The U.s., Puerto Rico And Canada Sold The Drill/drivers, From March 1999 Through December 2001, For Between $50 And $200. The Drill/drivers Were Sold Separately And As Part Of Various Tool Kits. is the subject of a tools recall: CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Drill/Drivers. The notice was published on August 20, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 950,000 units are potentially affected.