CPSC, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches

Active Recall Announced July 27, 2001 CPSC #01208

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CPSC, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches is CPSC recall #01208, announced on July 27, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp..

Hazard

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

Affected products

Electric Wrenches

Recalled brands

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.

Remedy

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.

Recall date

July 27, 2001

Categories

Tools Miscellaneous

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #01208?

CPSC recall #01208 covers CPSC, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 27, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 is the remedy for recall #01208?

The CPSC remedy for recall #01208 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Milwaukee-Electric-Tool-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Wrenches. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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