Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Portable Rechargeable Power Stations

Date of Recall

2023-12-21

CPSC Release Number

24-067

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 3,800 (In addition, about 164 were sold in Canada)

Importer

Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Illinois

Sold By

Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2021 through November 2023 for about $1,300.

Problem/Hazard

The top and bottom of the internal inverter boards of the power stations can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Injuries/Incidents

Klein Tools received four reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported. No lithium-ion battery fires have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Klein Tools and Blackfire portable rechargeable power stations with lithium-ion batteries. The portable power charging stations deliver up to 1500W of AC power. They contain a built-in 983Wh lithium-ion battery pack. The power stations have four 120V outlets, six USB ports and a 12V car port. The model names PAC1000 (Blackfire) and KTB1000 (Klein Tools) can be found on the label located at the rear of the power station. The power stations are orange and black with "Klein Tools" on the front in white lettering.

Remedy

Refund

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