CPSC, DeWALT Announce Recall to Repair Air Compressors
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-06-21 · 05202
Hazards
Due to a wiring insulation defect, the unit may pose a possible shock hazard.
Recall
Number
05202
Date
2005-06-21
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
DeWalt Model D55143 Three-Gallon Hand-Carry Oil-Free Air Compressor
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, Baltimore, Md.
Retailer(s)
Home center and hardware stores nationwide, from January 2005 through April 2005, for about $250.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
Only DeWALT D55143 three-gallon hand-carry oil-free air compressors with date codes 200448, 200453, 200502 through 200505, 200508, and 200509 are included in the recall. The date code is printed on the name plate on the rear air tank of the unit. Units marked with an "R" on the end cap of the unit are not included in this recall.