CPSC, Wagner Spray Tech Corporation Announce Recall of Drill Charger Base
What was recalled
This recall includes 9.6-volt, 10.8-volt, 12-volt, 14.4-volt and 18-volt Wagner drill charger bases. The drills were sold in black and gray and have the name "Wagner" printed on them. Model numbers involved in the recall are: W96DK, W108DK, W120DK, WB96, WB120, WB144, and WB180K. The model numbers are located on a label on the side of the drill.
Hazard
A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects.
Injuries
Wagner Spray Tech has received 11 reports of the charger base melting, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Department and hardware stores and through mail-order sales, from January 1996 through December 2003, for between $40 and $100.
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