Safety regulator, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches
Recall 01208 · Jul 27, 2001 · Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
6,000
units affected
6,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 01208
- Date
- Jul 27, 2001
- Company
- Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
- Units affected
- 6,000
- Product
- Electric Wrenches
- Product type
- Tools Miscellaneous
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
The recalled impact wrenches are shaped like drills, but use a forward/reverse (impact) action to tighten/loosen bolts. The wrenches have a red handle, a red and gray body, and the name "Milwaukee" printed on the drill. The model and serial numbers included in this recall can be found on the nameplate located on the body of the tool. Model Numbers Serial Numbers 9070-20 229A401010001 thru 229A401250722 9071-20 239A401010001 thru 239A401250404 9075-20 230A401010001 thru 230A401260104
What can happen
The wrenches have power cords that can release from the handle, posing an injury or electrocution hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these electric wrenches immediately and return them to the nearest Milwaukee Factory Service Center or authorized power tool service center for a free repair. Wrenches that have a "X" stamped or etched on the nameplate next to the serial number have already been repaired.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Sold at
- Home centers, hardware stores, and industrial distributors nationwide sold these wrenches, from March 2001 to July 2001, for between $180 and $280.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled electric wrenches?
Consumers should stop using these electric wrenches immediately and return them to the nearest Milwaukee Factory Service Center or authorized power tool service center for a free repair. Wrenches that have a "X" stamped or etched on the nameplate next to the serial number have already been repaired.
What is the hazard?
The wrenches have power cords that can release from the handle, posing an injury or electrocution hazard 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.