Chervon North America Recalls SKIL 40V 5.0Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries for SKIL Lawnmowers and Outdoor Tools Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2024-12-19). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: BY8708-00, 4910-10, SM4910-10. About 63,000 units in the US and 359 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 25071 |
| Published | 2024-12-19 |
| Last updated | 2024-12-19 |
| Products | SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries |
| Firm named in the title | Chervon North America |
| Firms | Chervon North America Inc., of Naperville, Illinois (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 63,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 359 |
| Model numbers | BY8708-00, 4910-10, SM4910-10 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Lowe's and other hardware and home improvement stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com and Lowes.com from October 2019 through December 2024 for about $170 (for batteries sold individually) and about $400 (for combination kits with lawnmowers). |
Description
This recall involves SKIL brand 40V 5.0Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries that were manufactured before May 1, 2021. "SKIL" and "PWRCORE 40" are printed on the batteries. The recalled batteries were sold individually under the model number BY8708-00 for use with all SKIL 40V tools and were also sold in a combination kit with SKIL 40V Brushless 20-in Push Mowers (Model #PM 4910-10) or SKIL 40V Brushless 20-in Self-Propelled Mowers (Model #SM4910-10). Only the battery is recalled. The model number BY8708-00 and manufacturing date code, which is the first three digits of the 9-digit serial number, are located on a nameplate on the top of the battery pack near the battery terminals. The following manufacturing date codes are included Date Code (in Serial Number) Manufacturing Date 911XXXXXX Nov-19 912XXXXXX Dec-19 026XXXXXX Jun-20 027XXXXXX Jul-20 028XXXXXX Aug-20 029XXXXXX Sep-20 030XXXXXX Oct-20 031XXXXXX Nov-20 121XXXXXX Jan-21 122XXXXXX Feb-21 123XXXXXX Mar-21 124XXXXXX Apr-21
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lithium-ion batteries and contact Chervon for a free replacement or refund for the price of the battery. Consumers should register for the recall online at www.skil.com/recalls. Chervon will provide a battery collection kit for the consumer to return the recalled battery and will provide the requested remedy upon return of the recalled battery.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 100 reports of thermal incidents involving the batteries including overheating, melting, smoking and fire. These included eight reports of minor burns and/or smoke inhalation and 49 reports of related property damage.
Linked notices
Linked because one agency's notice cites the other's.
- SKIL PWR Core 40™ Lithium 5.0Ah 40V Battery Packs recalled due to potential fire and burn hazard (Health Canada)
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