Battery Chargers supplied with certain Kawasaki branded Power Tool Kits
Published October 25, 2007
Summary
CPSC records recall 08513, published October 25, 2007. Reported units: About 800,000.
What's the hazard
When used with an incompatible charger, the battery pack can overheat and melt during charging, or can explode during use, posing burn, laceration and bruise hazards to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery chargers immediately and register at www.alltradetools.com to receive a free compatible battery charger. Alltrade Tools LLC is directly contacting consumers who purchased the power tools containing the recalled chargers. Consumers should not return the battery chargers to the store where purchased.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Alltrade Tools LLC, of Long Beach, Calif.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Battery Chargers supplied with certain Kawasaki branded Power Tool Kits recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 08513 on October 25, 2007. Reported hazard: When used with an incompatible charger, the battery pack can overheat and melt during charging, or can explode during use, posing burn, laceration and bruise hazards to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery chargers immediately and register at www.alltradetools.com to receive a free compatible battery charger. Alltrade Tools LLC is directly contacting consumers who purchased the power tools containing the recalled chargers. Consumers should not return the battery chargers to the store where purchased.