CPSCRecalled Jun 12, 2014 · #14205
Hitachi Koki Recalls Pneumatic Nailers Due to Injury Hazards
Hazard
The pneumatic nailers can jam and override the safety switch that permits only one nail to fire at a time, posing an injury risk.
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This recall involves two models of Hitachi Koki 3 ¼ inch strip pneumatic nailers with depth adjustment. Affected model numbers are NR83A2(Y) and NR83A3. Model numbers are located on a label attached to the side of the nailers and on the outside of the box containing the product. The manufacturing date can be identified by the serial number engraved at the end of the handle on the nailer. Model number NR83A2(Y) has serial numbers which start with QD2, QN2 QO2, Q13, Q23, Q33, Q43, Q52, Q53, Q62, Q72, Q82 and Q92. Model number NR83A3 has serial numbers which start with QD3, QN3, QO3, Q14, Q24, Q34, Q63, Q73, Q83 and Q93. Units with a letter "R" decal next to the model number and an engraved "R" near the serial number are not included in this product recall.
Product details
- Product
- Hitachi Koki Pneumatic Nailer
- Type
- Nailers
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- NR83A2, NR83A3, QD2, QN2, QO2, Q13, Q23, Q33, Q43, Q52, Q53, Q62, Q72, Q82, Q92, QD3, QN3, QO3, Q14, Q24, Q34, Q63, Q73, Q83, Q93
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Independent home improvement and building supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com, Walmart.com and Grainger.com from May 2012 through May 2014 for about $300.
- Made in
- Taiwan
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailers and contact Hitachi Koki U.S.A. for instructions on how to return the product for a free repair.