Recall #04-091 · Published March 2, 2004

Wagner cordless drill charger base

CPSC, Wagner Spray Tech Corporation Announce Recall of Drill Charger Base

CPSC published a recall notice for Wagner cordless drill charger base from Wagner cordless on March 2, 2004. CPSC identifies this hazard: A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects. The official remedy states: Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a replacement charger base.

Recalled Wagner drill with recalled charger base
Recalled Wagner drill with recalled charger base
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What to check on the product label

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Affected model numbers

W96DKW108DKW120DKWB96WB120WB144WB180K
Additional identifying details

The model numbers are located on a label on the side of the drill.

Why it was recalled

A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects.

Incidents and injuries

Wagner Spray Tech has received 11 reports of the charger base melting, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a replacement charger base.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn.
Recall number
04-091
Units
180,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Department and hardware stores and through mail-order sales, from January 1996 through December 2003, for between $40 and $100.

Wagner cordless drill charger base

CPSC product type: Batteries and Chargers

Recall contact information

Call Wagner Spray Tech toll-free at (888) 925-6244 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.wagnerspraytech.com

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Models
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