CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 02156
Power Plus automotive chargers
Published September 12, 2025 · Recall initiated: May 13, 2002
What's the hazard
The automotive chargers are often used on job sites to charge power tool batteries. When used under low voltage conditions, the chargers can overheat. This poses a fire hazard.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the chargers immediately and return them to their nearest Milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center. Consumers can choose from three options: an exchange for a 12, 14.4 or 18 volt battery pack, a replacement charger or a refund.
Recall details
- Brand
- Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.
- Manufacturer
- Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.
- Distributor
- Home centers, hardware stores and industrial distributors sold these chargers and wrench kits containing these chargers nationwide, from March 2000 through April 2002. The chargers sold for about $115. The Impact wrench kits containing these chargers sold for about $325.
- Country
- US
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