Great Star Industry · Recalled
Cordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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- Units
- About 42,000
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $30
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled cordless screwdrivers are green and gray in color. "MASTERFORCE" is printed on the top of the tool. "LITHIUM-ION TECHNOLOGY" and "241-0717" are printed on the handle.
The file
- Sold at
- Menards stores from April 2007 through May 2008 for about $30.
- Product type
- Screwdrivers
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Great Star Industry Co., of China, Menards, of Eau Claire, Wisc.
Incident log
The firm and CPSC have received three reports of fires. One consumer suffered burns to the hand, and another experienced temporary hearing loss.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the screwdrivers and return them to any Menards store for a free replacement or refund.
For additional information, call toll-free at (866) 458-2472 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.menards.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated SEP 03 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.