Panasonic Consumer Electronics Recall of Battery Packs

Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs

Date of Recall

2003-04-23

CPSC Release Number

03-113

Manufactured In

Mexico

Company Phone Number

(800) 833-9626

Units

About 64,000

Manufacturer

Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.J.

Sold By

Home improvement, hardware and mail order outlets nationwide. Battery packs were sold in the Panasonic Cordless Power Tool kit and separately as an accessory pack and replacement battery for the power tools. The battery packs cost between $150 and $400 (with kits) and between $50 and $100 (individually).

Problem/Hazard

Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.

Injuries/Incidents

Two reports of batteries detaching have been received. No injuries have been reported.

Description

Only battery packs manufactured between May 1, 2001 and Nov. 20, 2002, with model numbers EY9230, EY9136, EY9231, EY9200, EY9106 and EY9201 stamped on the top of the battery pack are included in this recall. The battery pack is black and yellow.

Remedy

Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.

Consumer Contact

Panasonic Consumer Electronics, (800) 833-9626 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at Panasonic.com/cordlesstools

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