Batteries Used with Power Tools Recalled by Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. Due To Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-07-11 · 07234
Hazards
If a vent on the battery cell is damaged or compromised during use, the battery can explode and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
07234
Date
2007-07-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic 14.4- and 18-Volt 2.4Ah NiCd battery packs
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co., of Brookfield, Wis.
Retailer(s)
Home centers, hardware stores, industrial distributors and vehicle service distributors nationwide from July 1999 through 2005.
Importer(s)
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co., of Brookfield, Wis.
Country of manufacture
Mexico
Description
The recalled batteries are used to power drills, saws, radios, flashlights, wrenches and Extractor windshield glass removers. The recall includes 14.4- and 18-Volt 2.4Ah NiCd Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic, and Extractor battery packs manufactured between July 1999 and February 2004. The brand name can be found on a label on most battery packs. However, some 14.4-Volt 2.4Ah packs did not have "Power Plus" on the label. The battery packs were sold both with tool kits and as individual battery packs. Battery packs manufactured after February 2004 are not included in this recall.