DEWALT Cut-Out Tools recall: Shock Hazard
DEWALT Recalls Cut-Out Tools Due to Shock Hazard
Why was DEWALT Cut-Out Tools recalled?
The cord wire in these units could be damaged internally, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the cut-out tool immediately and contact DEWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact DEWALT toll-free at (888) 263-9051 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the DEWALT Web site at www.DEWALT.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- DEWALT Model DW660 Cut-Out Tools
- Company
- DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
- Quantity
- About 81,000
- Sold at
- Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2006 through November 2006 for between $70 and $130, depending on the kit.
- Recall date
- December 21, 2006
- Incidents / injuries
- DEWALT has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to this issue.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
These DEWALT cut-out tools are yellow and black, and have model number DW660 written on their nameplate, which is located on the body of the unit. The recalled tools were manufactured between January 2006 and September 2006, and have date codes ranging from 200601 to 200639. The date code also is located on the tool's nameplate. Units with a "V" stamped on the nameplate are not included in this recall.