Recall 24-067, published December 21, 2023
Portable Rechargeable Power Stations
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
PAC1000The model names PAC1000 (Blackfire) and KTB1000 (Klein Tools) can be found on the label located at the rear of the power station.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Klein Tools and Blackfire portable rechargeable power stations with lithium-ion batteries. The portable power charging stations deliver up to 1500W of AC power. They contain a built-in 983Wh lithium-ion battery pack. The power stations have four 120V outlets, six USB ports and a 12V car port. The model names PAC1000 (Blackfire) and KTB1000 (Klein Tools) can be found on the label located at the rear of the power station. The power stations are orange and black with "Klein Tools" on the front in white lettering.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The top and bottom of the internal inverter boards of the power stations can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations and return the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations to their original place of purchase. Klein Tools is contacting all known purchasers directly.
- Brand
- Portable Rechargeable
- Recall published
- December 21, 2023
- Category
- Power Tools
- Units
- About 3,800 (In addition, about 164 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2021 through November 2023 for about $1,300.
