CPSC, Milwaukee Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Automotive Chargers

Active Recall Announced May 13, 2002 CPSC #02156

Quick answer

CPSC, Milwaukee Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Automotive Chargers is CPSC recall #02156, announced on May 13, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall includes Power Plus automotive chargers that plug into automotive cigarette lighters, and Impact wrench kits containing these chargers. A label on the front of the charger reads, "Milwaukee...POWER-PLUS 9.6 Volt - 18 Volt AUTOMOTIVE CHARGERS." A nameplate on the back of the charger lists the catalog number. Impact wrench kits containing these chargers have serial numbers within the range listed below. The serial number is located on the side of the Impact wrench kit. Catalog Numbers Serial Numbers Charger 48-59-0184 All Serial Range Charger 48-59-0184 All Serial Range Wrench Kit 9079-23 241A401520001 through 241A402080126 The remedy is consumers should stop using the chargers immediately and return them to their nearest milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center. consumers can choose from three options: an exchange for a 12, 14.4 or 18 volt battery pack, a replacement charger or a refund.. Affected brand: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp..

Hazard

The recall includes Power Plus automotive chargers that plug into automotive cigarette lighters, and Impact wrench kits containing these chargers. A label on the front of the charger reads, "Milwaukee...POWER-PLUS 9.6 Volt - 18 Volt AUTOMOTIVE CHARGERS." A nameplate on the back of the charger lists the catalog number. Impact wrench kits containing these chargers have serial numbers within the range listed below. The serial number is located on the side of the Impact wrench kit. Catalog Numbers Serial Numbers Charger 48-59-0184 All Serial Range Charger 48-59-0184 All Serial Range Wrench Kit 9079-23 241A401520001 through 241A402080126

Affected products

Power Plus automotive chargers

Recalled brands

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the chargers immediately and return them to their nearest Milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center. Consumers can choose from three options: an exchange for a 12, 14.4 or 18 volt battery pack, a replacement charger or a refund.

Recall date

May 13, 2002

Categories

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02156?

CPSC recall #02156 covers CPSC, Milwaukee Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Automotive Chargers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 13, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall includes Power Plus automotive chargers that plug into automotive cigarette lighters, and Impact wrench kits containing these chargers. A label on the front of the charger reads, "Milwaukee...POWER-PLUS 9.6 Volt - 18 Volt AUTOMOTIVE CHARGERS." A nameplate on the back of the charger lists the catalog number. Impact wrench kits containing these chargers have serial numbers within the range listed below. The serial number is located on the side of the Impact wrench kit. Catalog Numbers Serial Numbers Charger 48-59-0184 All Serial Range Charger 48-59-0184 All Serial Range Wrench Kit 9079-23 241A401520001 through 241A402080126

What is the remedy for recall #02156?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02156 is consumers should stop using the chargers immediately and return them to their nearest milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center. consumers can choose from three options: an exchange for a 12, 14.4 or 18 volt battery pack, a replacement charger or a refund.. 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 Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Automotive Chargers 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/2002/CPSC-Milwaukee-Tool-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Automotive-Chargers-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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