Professional Tool Products · Recalled
Matco Tools Wireless Chargers Recalled by Professional Tool Products Due to Burn Hazard
The wireless chargers can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
- Units
- About 4,800 (in addition, about 200 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 6
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $25
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves Matco Tools brand wireless chargers. The recalled chargers are round and have "MATCO TOOLS" and the Matco logo printed on a black background in the center. They measure about 4 inches in diameter and ½ an inch in height and were sold with a USB connector cable.
The file
- Sold at
- Matco Tools mobile truck stores nationwide from November 2018 through January 2019 for about $25.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Professional Tool Products LLC, of Travelers Rest, S.C.
Incident log
Professional Tool Products has received six reports of the chargers overheating, including two reports of burns to consumers' fingers.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and return them to the place of purchase for either a full refund or Matco Tools store credit of equal value.
Professional Tool Products toll-free at 866-496-8423 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.professionaltoolproducts.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
