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

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-11-27 · 13047

Hazards

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

Recall

Number
13047
Date
2012-11-27
Injuries reported
1

Products

Names
Cordless Drill

Remedies

Options
Replace

Companies

Retailer(s)
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, via catalog and online at www.harborfreight.com from April, 2008 through May 2012 for between $27 and $30.
Importer(s)
Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China

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.

Source

Authoritative
CPSC recall page
Machine
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