Safety regulator, Kole Imports Announce Recall of Circuit Testers
Recall 01029 · Nov 13, 2000 · Kole Imports
4,000
units affected
4,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 01029
- Date
- Nov 13, 2000
- Company
- Kole Imports
- Units affected
- 4,000
- Product
- Sterling-brand screwdriver-type circuit testers
- Product type
- Electrical Testers
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
These Sterling-brand screwdriver-type circuit testers are about 5.25 inches long. The tester looks similar to a small screwdriver, and has a clear, plastic handle. Inside the handle is a spring and small light. The tester has a red plastic end cap. There is no writing on the testers. The model number, "ML-24," and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the packaging.
What can happen
The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with these testers should contact Kole Imports to learn how to receive a refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Sold at
- Discount stores sold these circuit testers nationwide, from January 2000 through September 2000. They cost about $1 for a package containing two testers.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled sterling-brand screwdriver-type circuit testers?
Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with these testers should contact Kole Imports to learn how to receive a refund.
What is the hazard?
The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
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.