CPSC recall 01-010, announced October 12, 2000, covers DeWalt battery chargers, model DW9116 (about 825,000 units). Metal clips inside the chargers could come loose and stick through the chargers' vents, possibly resulting in consumers receiving an electrical shock. Consumers should stop using these battery chargers immediately, and take them to a DeWALT or Black & Decker service center for a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 388-3273.
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
The battery chargers are model number DW9116, which is written on the front and bottom of the charger housing.
Which products are included?
The battery chargers are model number DW9116, which is written on the front and bottom of the charger housing. The chargers are black with yellow lettering. "DeWALT" is written on the front of the chargers. The recalled chargers have date codes from 9927EM through 9952EM and 0001EM through 0031EM located on the bottom of the charger. These chargers are for 9.6- to 18-volt batteries used with DeWALT cordless tools. Chargers with a yellow or green dot sticker near the date code already have been repaired, and are not recalled.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Metal clips inside the chargers could come loose and stick through the chargers' vents, possibly resulting in consumers receiving an electrical shock.
Incidents and injuries
DeWALT has not received any reports of injuries with these chargers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these battery chargers immediately, and take them to a DeWALT or Black & Decker service center for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- DEWALT
- Manufacturer
- DeWALT® Industrial Tool Co., of Baltimore, Md.
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 01-010
- Units
- About 825,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Home center and hardware stores sold these battery chargers nationwide, from September 1999 through August 2000, for between $49 and $69.
DeWalt battery chargers, model DW9116
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Recall contact information
To locate the nearest service center, or for more information, call DeWALT toll-free at (888) 388-3273 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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