# Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Cordless Drills Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
> **CPSC recall** · 2015-12-01 · 16050 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 16050
- **Date:** 2015-12-01
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Drill Master 18-Volt Cordless Drills

## Hazards

An internal switching mechanism can become stuck in the "on" position and overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

## Remedies

Replace

## Retailer(s)

Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, Harbor Freight Tools catalog, and online at www.harborfreight.com between May 2011 and September 2015 for about $35 for item number 68239 and $46 for item number 68287.

## Importer(s)

Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

This recall involves Drill Master 18-volt cordless drills with item number 68239 and item number 68287. The drills are black with a red switch and were sold with an 18-volt rechargeable battery pack. Item number 68239 was sold individually and item number 68287 was sold as part of a kit, which included a flashlight. The flashlight is not included in the recall. The item number is located on a black label on the right side of the drill, just beneath the serial number. Drills with item number 69651 and item number 69652 are not included in the recall.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-Cordless-Drills)
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