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

Recalled July 27, 2001 · CPSC recall 01208 · Milwaukee Electric Tool

Hazard

The wrenches have power cords that can release from the handle, posing an injury or electrocution hazard to consumers.

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.

Units

About 6,000

Incidents / injuries

Milwaukee and CPSC have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Description

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 to do

Contact

Consumers can call Milwaukee toll-free at (866) 473-2288 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can locate the nearest service facility by visiting the company's website at www.mil-electric-tool.com

Product

Electric Wrenches

Manufacturer(s)

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.

Retailers

Home centers, hardware stores, and industrial distributors nationwide sold these wrenches, from March 2001 to July 2001, for between $180 and $280.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →