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Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Cordless Drill Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

  • Left side view of the drill
  • Right side view of the drill
  • Drill and separated battery pack
Name of Product:
Cordless Drill
Hazard:

The black trigger switch on the 19.2v cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
November 27, 2012
Units:
About 108,000
Consumer Contact

Harbor Freight Tools; toll-free at (800) 444-3353, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or www.harborfreight.com and click on Recall Safety Information under Customer Service for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@harborfreight.com

Recall Details

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.

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/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.

Sold At:
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, via catalog and online at www.harborfreight.com from April, 2008 through May 2012 for between $27 and $30.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
13-047

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