Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5190.
The recalled stud sensor models include the Stanley® Stud Sensor 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensor 400 with model numbers 77-720 and 77-730. The model number is located in a slide-out reference guide found in the base of the sensor's handle. The sensors are made of black plastic with a wide yellow stripe down the center. "Stanley" or "FatMax" are printed on the front of the product. A date code is printed on the inside of the battery cover. Affected sensors have date codes that do not begin with the letter "R."
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5190.
Consumers should contact Stanley to determine if their stud sensor is included in the recall and to receive a free replacement sensor.
✅ 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 And Hardware Stores Nationwide From November 2007 Through January 2009 For Between $20 And $30. 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-5190.
For additional information, contact Stanley toll-free at (866) 215-1132 between from 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.stanleytools.com or e-mail Stanley at stanleytools@stanleycustomercare.com
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Home Improvement And Hardware Stores Nationwide From November 2007 Through January 2009 For Between $20 And $30. Recall FAQ
Home Improvement And Hardware Stores Nationwide From November 2007 Through January 2009 For Between $20 And $30. is the subject of a tools recall: Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard. The notice was published on April 7, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 78,000 units are potentially affected.