Batteries Used with Power Tools Recalled by Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. Due To Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3659.
The recalled batteries are used to power drills, saws, radios, flashlights, wrenches and Extractor windshield glass removers. The recall includes 14.4- and 18-Volt 2.4Ah NiCd Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic, and Extractor battery packs manufactured between July 1999 and February 2004. The brand name can be found on a label on most battery packs. However, some 14.4-Volt 2.4Ah packs did not have "Power Plus" on the label. The battery packs were sold both with tool kits and as individual battery packs. Battery packs manufactured after February 2004 are not included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3659.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs. Consumers should contact the Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. to determine if they have one of the recalled batteries. The company will provide a free replacement battery pack for consumers with recalled units.
✅ 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, Hardware Stores, Industrial Distributors And Vehicle Service Distributors Nationwide From July 1999 Through 2005. 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-3659.
For more information, contact Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. at (800) 729-3878 between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.milwaukeetool.com
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Home Centers, Hardware Stores, Industrial Distributors And Vehicle Service Distributors Nationwide From July 1999 Through 2005. Recall FAQ
Home Centers, Hardware Stores, Industrial Distributors And Vehicle Service Distributors Nationwide From July 1999 Through 2005. is the subject of an electronics recall: Batteries Used with Power Tools Recalled by Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. Due To Laceration Hazard. The notice was published on July 11, 2007 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1 units are potentially affected.