Fuel Cells Used With Framing Nailers Recalled by Paslode for Fire Hazard

Recalled May 15, 2008 · CPSC recall 08269 · Fuel

Hazard

The fuel cells used to power cordless framing nailers can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the fuel cells and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.

Units

About 86,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves "Tall Red" fuel cells designed for use in Paslode cordless framing nailers. The fuel cells have part number 81600 printed in the upper right hand corner of the product's packaging. The recalled fuel cells have the following date and manufacture codes. Best-Use-Before Dates - located at the bottom of each fuel cell: 09 AUG 2009 10 AUG 2009 11 AUG 2009 Manufactured Dates - located on the outside of master cartons: 11 FEB 2008 12 FEB 2008 13 FEB 2008

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the fuel cells and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.

Contact

For additional information, contact Paslode at (800) 222-6990 between 7 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.paslode.com. Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected]

Product

Tall Red Fuel Cells

Manufacturer(s)

Paslode, of Vernon Hills, Ill.

Retailers

Construction supply and home center stores and by construction supply dealers nationwide from February 2008 through April 2008 for between $11 and $14.

Made in

United States

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