CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2003-04-23 · 03113
Hazards
Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.
Recall
Number
03113
Date
2003-04-23
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.J.
Retailer(s)
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).
Country of manufacture
Mexico
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.