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CPSCRecalled Jul 27, 2001 · #01208

CPSC, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches

Hazard

The wrenches have power cords that can release from the handle, posing an injury or electrocution hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recalled impact wrenches are shaped like drills, but use a forward/reverse (impact) action to tighten/loosen bolts. The wrenches have a red handle, a red and gray body, and the name "Milwaukee" printed on the drill. The model and serial numbers included in this recall can be found on the nameplate located on the body of the tool. Model Numbers Serial Numbers 9070-20 229A401010001 thru 229A401250722 9071-20 239A401010001 thru 239A401250404 9075-20 230A401010001 thru 230A401260104

Product details

Product
Electric Wrenches
Type
Tools Miscellaneous
Manufacturer
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.
Model numbers
9070, 229A401010001, 229A401250722, 9071, 239A401010001, 239A401250404, 9075, 230A401010001, 230A401260104
UPCs
Sold at
Home centers, hardware stores, and industrial distributors nationwide sold these wrenches, from March 2001 to July 2001, for between $180 and $280.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these electric wrenches immediately and return them to the nearest Milwaukee Factory Service Center or authorized power tool service center for a free repair. Wrenches that have a "X" stamped or etched on the nameplate next to the serial number have already been repaired.

View the official CPSC notice