Safety Alert: Porter-Cable Cordless Nailer Poses Puncture Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-06-29). Hazards: laceration. Models: BN200V12. About 25,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06201 |
| Published | 2006-06-29 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-01 |
| Product category | Nailers |
| Products | Porter-Cable Cordless Brad Nailer |
| Firms | Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 25,000 |
| Model numbers | BN200V12 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Sold | Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from September 2001 through December 2005 for between $230 and $280. |
Description
The nailer is used to drive nails into wood. Model number BN200V12 is located on the name plate on the magazine of the unit. "Porter+Cable" is printed on the nailer's motor housing.
Hazard
The nailer can eject a nail while the switch is in the "off" position, if the trigger is pulled and it is placed on a surface. This can pose a serious injury to consumers or bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the nailer immediately and contact Porter-Cable to receive free caution labels and an instruction manual insert.
Incidents and injuries
Porter-Cable has received two reports of injuries, including puncture wounds to the leg and back, requiring surgical removal of the nail.
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