Recalls / 2003-04-23
CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs
03113 · Recalled 2003-04-23 · CPSC page
Description
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.
Hazards
Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.
Reported injuries
Two reports of batteries detaching have been received. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs | About 64,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Panasonic Consumer Electronics
- Made in
- Mexico
- Sold at
- Home improvement, hardware, separately as an accessory pack, replacement battery for the power tools. The battery packs cost, $400 (with kits), between $50, $100 (individually).
Consumer contact
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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Source: CPSC recall 03113. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.