Recall #03-113 · Published April 23, 2003

Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs

CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs

CPSC published a recall notice for Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs from Panasonic cordless on April 23, 2003. CPSC identifies this hazard: Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries. The official remedy states: Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.

Recalled Panasonic cordless power tool battery pack
Recalled Panasonic cordless power tool battery pack
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What to check on the product label

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Affected model numbers

EY9230EY9136EY9231EY9200EY9106EY9201
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: EY9230, EY9136, EY9231, EY9200, EY9106, EY9201.

Why it was recalled

Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.

Incidents and injuries

Two reports of batteries detaching have been received. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.J.
Recall number
03-113
Units
About 64,000
Manufactured in
Mexico
Sold at / sales period
Home improvement, hardware and mail order outlets nationwide. Battery packs were sold in the Panasonic Cordless Power Tool kit and separately as an accessory pack and replacement battery for the power tools. The battery packs cost between $150 and $400 (with kits) and between $50 and $100 (individually).

Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs

CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Recall contact information

Panasonic Consumer Electronics, (800) 833-9626 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at Panasonic.com/cordlesstools

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