CPSC, DeWALT Announce Recall to Repair Air Compressors
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2957.
Only DeWALT D55143 three-gallon hand-carry oil-free air compressors with date codes 200448, 200453, 200502 through 200505, 200508, and 200509 are included in the recall. The date code is printed on the name plate on the rear air tank of the unit. Units marked with an "R" on the end cap of the unit are not included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2957.
Consumers should stop using the compressors immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection or repair, if necessary.
✅ 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 Home Center And Hardware Stores Nationwide, From January 2005 Through April 2005, For About $250. 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-2957.
For additional information, contact DeWALT at (866) 397-3228 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.DeWALT.com
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Home Center And Hardware Stores Nationwide, From January 2005 Through April 2005, For About $250. Recall FAQ
Home Center And Hardware Stores Nationwide, From January 2005 Through April 2005, For About $250. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, DeWALT Announce Recall to Repair Air Compressors. The notice was published on June 21, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,840 units are potentially affected.