Cordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall 08388 · Sep 3, 2008 · Great Star Industry Co.
42,000
units affected
42,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08388
- Date
- Sep 3, 2008
- Company
- Great Star Industry Co.
- Units affected
- 42,000
- Product
- MasterForce 3.6-volt Cordless Screwdrivers
- Product type
- Screwdrivers
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled cordless screwdrivers are green and gray in color. "MASTERFORCE" is printed on the top of the tool. "LITHIUM-ION TECHNOLOGY" and "241-0717" are printed on the handle.
What can happen
The battery can overheat and ignite during charging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There is no protective device on the lithium battery to prevent overheating.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the screwdrivers and return them to any Menards store for a free replacement or refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- One consumer suffered burns to the hand, and another experienced temporary hearing loss.
- Sold at
- Menards stores from April 2007 through May 2008 for about $30.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled masterforce 3.6-volt cordless screwdrivers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the screwdrivers and return them to any Menards store for a free replacement or refund.
What is the hazard?
The battery can overheat and ignite during charging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There is no protective device on the lithium battery to prevent overheating.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.