CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2382.
Only battery packs manufactured between May 1, 2001 and Nov. 20, 2002, with model numbers EY9230, EY9136, EY9231, EY9200, EY9106 and EY9201 stamped on the top of the battery pack are included in this recall. The battery pack is black and yellow.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2382.
Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.
✅ 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 Improvement, Hardware And Mail Order Outlets Nationwide. Battery Packs Were Sold In The Panasonic Cordless Power Tool Kit And Separately As An Accessory Pack And Replacement Battery For The Power Tools. The Battery Packs Cost Between $150 And $400 (with Kits) And Between $50 And $100 (individually). 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-2382.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics, (800) 833-9626 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at Panasonic.com/cordlesstools
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Home Improvement, Hardware And Mail Order Outlets Nationwide. Battery Packs Were Sold In The Panasonic Cordless Power Tool Kit And Separately As An Accessory Pack And Replacement Battery For The Power Tools. The Battery Packs Cost Between $150 And $400 (with Kits) And Between $50 And $100 (individually). Recall FAQ
Home Improvement, Hardware And Mail Order Outlets Nationwide. Battery Packs Were Sold In The Panasonic Cordless Power Tool Kit And Separately As An Accessory Pack And Replacement Battery For The Power Tools. The Battery Packs Cost Between $150 And $400 (with Kits) And Between $50 And $100 (individually). is the subject of an electronics recall: CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs. The notice was published on April 23, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 64,000 units are potentially affected.