CPSC recall 12740
Kawasaki cordless drill
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-05
On 2016-04-05 the CPSC announced a recall of Kawasaki cordless drill by Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools, citing the trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12740 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-06-27 |
| Published | 2016-04-05 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Kawasaki cordless drill | This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black color combination, with a 19.2v battery pack and certain serial numbers. "Alltrade Tools LLC" and "Made in China" are printed in white lettering on the left side of the drills. The drill's model and serial numbers are located on a label on the right side of the drill. The recalled drills have the following serial numbers: Kawasaki Cordless Drill Serial Numbers From 11030 30201 to 11030 33656 From 11040 00001 to 11040 17120 From 11060 00001 to 11060 07340 From 11070 00001 to 11070 05984 From 11070 16801 to 11070 20640
Reason
The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Alltrade-Tools-Recalls-Kawasaki-Cordless-Drill-Due-to-Burn-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Costco
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