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CPSC recall 25071

SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries

On 2024-12-19 the CPSC announced a recall of SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries by Chervon North America, citing the lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number25071
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2024-12-19
Published2024-12-19
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyChervon North America
DistributionUS

Product

SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries | This recall involves SKIL brand 40V 5.0Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries that were manufactured before May 1, 2021. "SKIL" and "PWRCORE 40" are printed on the batteries. The recalled batteries were sold individually under the model number BY8708-00 for use with all SKIL 40V tools and were also sold in a combination kit with SKIL 40V Brushless 20-in Push Mowers (Model #PM 4910-10) or SKIL 40V Brushless 20-in Self-Propelled Mowers (Model #SM4910-10). Only the battery is recalled. The model number BY8708-00 and manufacturing date code, which is the first three digits of the 9-digit serial number, are located on a nameplate on the top of the battery pack near the battery terminals. The following manufacturing date codes are included Date Code (in Serial Number) Manufacturing Date 911XXXXXX Nov-19 912XXXXXX Dec-19 026XXXXXX Jun-20 027XXXXXX Jul-20 028XXXXXX Aug-20 029XXXXXX Sep-20 030XXXXXX Oct-20 031XXXXXX Nov-20 121XXXXXX Jan-21 122XXXXXX Feb-21 123XXXXXX Mar-21 124XXXXXX Apr-21

Reason

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

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/2025/Chervon-North-America-Recalls-SKIL-40V-50Ah-Lithium-Ion-Batteries-for-SKIL-Lawnmowers-and-Outdoor-Tools-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazard

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