Recalls / 2007-07-11

Batteries Used with Power Tools Recalled by Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. Due To Laceration Hazard

07234 · Recalled 2007-07-11 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

If a vent on the battery cell is damaged or compromised during use, the battery can explode and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. has received 35 reports of incidents, including 11 injuries from battery packs exploding while in use. Injuries include minor cuts, bruises and some hearing loss.

Remedy

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic 14.4- and 18-Volt 2.4Ah NiCd battery packs		About 1 million

Parties

Manufacturer: Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.
Importer: Milwaukee Electric Tool Co., of Brookfield, Wis.
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Home centers, hardware stores, industrial distributors, vehicle service distributors nationwide

Consumer contact

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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Source: CPSC recall 07234. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.