CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair 18-volt Cordless Drill/Drivers

Active Recall Announced July 24, 2003 CPSC #03164

Quick answer

CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair 18-volt Cordless Drill/Drivers is CPSC recall #03164, announced on July 24, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled 18-volt, cordless drill/drivers are orange or jade and have the words, "Black & Decker" printed on the body of the drill. The drill/drivers have the following model numbers and date codes: Model Number Date Codes Color CD1800 20011952 through 20020652 Orange PS3700 973652 through 983052 Jade PS3725 20003852 through 20013652 Jade PS3750 20002454 through 20005252 Jade The model number is printed on the nameplate on the side of the drill and the date code is printed on the bottom of the handle where the battery is inserted (remove the battery to locate date code). The recalled units were manufactured in China. No other models or date codes are affected by this recall to repair. The remedy is consumers should stop using the drill/drivers immediately, remove the battery, and contact black & decker to receive a free repair.. Affected brand: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc..

Hazard

The recalled 18-volt, cordless drill/drivers are orange or jade and have the words, "Black & Decker" printed on the body of the drill. The drill/drivers have the following model numbers and date codes: Model Number Date Codes Color CD1800 20011952 through 20020652 Orange PS3700 973652 through 983052 Jade PS3725 20003852 through 20013652 Jade PS3750 20002454 through 20005252 Jade The model number is printed on the nameplate on the side of the drill and the date code is printed on the bottom of the handle where the battery is inserted (remove the battery to locate date code). The recalled units were manufactured in China. No other models or date codes are affected by this recall to repair.

Affected products

Black & Decker 18-volt cordless drill/drivers

Recalled brands

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the drill/drivers immediately, remove the battery, and contact Black & Decker to receive a free repair.

Recall date

July 24, 2003

Categories

Drills & Bits

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03164?

CPSC recall #03164 covers CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair 18-volt Cordless Drill/Drivers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 24, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled 18-volt, cordless drill/drivers are orange or jade and have the words, "Black & Decker" printed on the body of the drill. The drill/drivers have the following model numbers and date codes: Model Number Date Codes Color CD1800 20011952 through 20020652 Orange PS3700 973652 through 983052 Jade PS3725 20003852 through 20013652 Jade PS3750 20002454 through 20005252 Jade The model number is printed on the nameplate on the side of the drill and the date code is printed on the bottom of the handle where the battery is inserted (remove the battery to locate date code). The recalled units were manufactured in China. No other models or date codes are affected by this recall to repair.

What is the remedy for recall #03164?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03164 is consumers should stop using the drill/drivers immediately, remove the battery, and contact black & decker to receive a free repair.. 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, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair 18-volt Cordless Drill/Drivers 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/2003/CPSC-Black--Decker-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-18-volt-Cordless-DrillDrivers-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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