CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair 18-volt Cordless Drill/Drivers
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2420.
The recalled 18-volt, cordless drill/drivers are orange or jade and have the words, "Black & Decker" printed on the body of the drill. The drill/drivers have the following model numbers and date codes: Model Number Date Codes Color CD1800 20011952 through 20020652 Orange PS3700 973652 through 983052 Jade PS3725 20003852 through 20013652 Jade PS3750 20002454 through 20005252 Jade The model number is printed on the nameplate on the side of the drill and the date code is printed on the bottom of the handle where the battery is inserted (remove the battery to locate date code). The recalled units were manufactured in China. No other models or date codes are affected by this recall to repair.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2420.
Consumers should stop using the drill/drivers immediately, remove the battery, and contact Black & Decker to receive a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Mass Merchandisers, Home Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide Sold The Drill/drivers, From September 1997 Through February 2002, For Between $50 And $80. The Drill/drivers Were Sold Separately And As Part Of Various Tool Kits. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2420.
Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 821-5444 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For additional information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.blackanddecker.com
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Mass Merchandisers, Home Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide Sold The Drill/drivers, From September 1997 Through February 2002, For Between $50 And $80. The Drill/drivers Were Sold Separately And As Part Of Various Tool Kits. Recall FAQ
Mass Merchandisers, Home Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide Sold The Drill/drivers, From September 1997 Through February 2002, For Between $50 And $80. The Drill/drivers Were Sold Separately And As Part Of Various Tool Kits. is the subject of a tools recall: CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair 18-volt Cordless Drill/Drivers. The notice was published on July 24, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 265,000 units are potentially affected.