Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Cordless Drill Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-11-27). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 96526. About 108,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13047 |
| Published | 2012-11-27 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-20 |
| Product category | Drills & Bits |
| Products | Cordless Drill |
| Firm named in the title | Harbor Freight Tools |
| Firms | Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 108,000 |
| Model numbers | 96526 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, via catalog and online at www.harborfreight.com from April, 2008 through May 2012 for between $27 and $30. |
Description
This recall involves Harbor Freight Tools Cordless Drills, model number 96526. The drills are blue and black and have a black trigger switch. They have a 19.2v rechargeable battery pack. The drill's model number is located on a yellow label on the left side of the drill. "Made in China" appears in black and red lettering on a yellow warning sticker located on the right side of the unit.
Hazard
The black trigger switch on the 19.2v cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled drill immediately, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Harbor Freight Tools to receive a free replacement drill.
Incidents and injuries
Harbor Freight Tools has received one report of a drill overheating and burning through the handle of the unit, which resulted in a consumer receiving a minor injury.
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