Panasonic Consumer Electronics Recall of Battery Packs
Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs |
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Date of Recall:
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2003
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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