Alltrade Tools Recalls Kawasaki Cordless Drill Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-06-27 · 12740
Hazards
The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.
Recall
Number
12740
Date
2012-06-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kawasaki cordless drill
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China
Retailer(s)
Costco stores nationwide from May 2011 through February 2012 for about $50.
Importer(s)
Alltrade Tools LLC, of Long Beach, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black color combination, with a 19.2v battery pack and certain serial numbers. "Alltrade Tools LLC" and "Made in China" are printed in white lettering on the left side of the drills. The drill's model and serial numbers are located on a label on the right side of the drill. The recalled drills have the following serial numbers: Kawasaki Cordless Drill Serial Numbers From 11030 30201 to 11030 33656 From 11040 00001 to 11040 17120 From 11060 00001 to 11060 07340 From 11070 00001 to 11070 05984 From 11070 16801 to 11070 20640