CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs
CPSC recall 03113 · announced April 23, 2003 · Panasonic Consumer Electronics · 64,000 units affected
The product
Only battery packs manufactured between May 1, 2001 and Nov. 20, 2002, with model numbers EY9230, EY9136, EY9231, EY9200, EY9106 and EY9201 stamped on the top of the battery pack are included in this recall. The battery pack is black and yellow.
The hazard
Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Two reports of batteries detaching have been received. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Home improvement, hardware and mail order outlets nationwide. Battery packs were sold in the Panasonic Cordless Power Tool kit and separately as an accessory pack and replacement battery for the power tools. The battery packs cost between $150 and $400 (with kits) and between $50 and $100 (individually).
Consumer contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics, (800) 833-9626 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at Panasonic.com/cordlesstools
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.