CPSCDecember 1, 2015consumer
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Cordless Drills Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
An internal switching mechanism can become stuck in the "on" position and overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and return the unit to the nearest Harbor Freight Tools store to receive a replacement drill.
Brands named
harbor freight toolsdrilldrill masterharborharbor freight
Recall history
Other federal recalls tied to the same brand — a factual pattern, straight from the source data.
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- CPSCMilwaukee Tool Recalls M18 FUEL 14" and 12" Top Handle Chainsaws Due to Laceration Hazard2025-10-30
- CPSCOlympia Tools International Recalls Pack-N-Stroll Utility Wagons Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Falls; Violates Mandatory Standard for Strollers2025-10-23
- CPSCLeatherman Recalls Charge Plus Multi-Tools Due to Laceration Hazard2025-07-31
- CPSCTTI Consumer Power Tools Recalls RIDGID Framing Nailers Due to Laceration Hazard2025-07-31
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