Product recalls
Klein Tools Recalls: 3 CPSC Recalls Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 3 recalls involving Klein Tools products since 2010, the most recent on December 21, 2023. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
Products in our catalogue that may be affected
The model numbers of these Klein Tools products appear in a recall notice. Check your product's model number and date code against the notice.
- Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Tester NCVT-1 – model NCVT-1, recall of Jun 2021
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Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard: The top and bottom of the internal inverter boards of the power stations can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations and return the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations to their original place of purchase. Klein Tools is contacti…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · December 21, 2023
Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
- Recall number
- 24067
- Units
- About 3,800 (In addition, about 164 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The top and bottom of the internal inverter boards of the power stations can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Klein Tools and Blackfire portable rechargeable power stations with lithium-ion batteries. The portable power charging stations deliver up to 1500W of AC power. They contain a built-in 983Wh lithium-ion battery pack. The power stations have four 120V outlets, six USB ports and a 12V car port. The model names PAC1000 (Blackfire) and KTB1000 (Klein Tools) can be found on the label located at the rear of the power station. The power stations are orange and black with "Klein Tools" on the front in white lettering.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations and return the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations to their original place of purchase. Klein Tools is contacting all known purchasers directly.
- Sold at
- Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2021 through November 2023 for about $1,300.
- Company
- Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Illinois
- Contact
- Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.kleintools.com/recall/ktb1000 for Klein Tools power stations or www.blackfire.com/recall/pac1000 for Blackfire power stations, or by visiting www.kleintools.com or www.blackfire.com and clicking "Safety Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.
Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard
Hazard: The on/off button can remain depressed during the power on or power off cycle, causing the tester to work improperly. Consumers testing electrical sources could fail to be warned of the presence of live voltage if the tester is not properly operating, posing a shock hazard to the users.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · June 9, 2021
Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard
- Recall number
- 21150
- Units
- About 1,690,000 (In addition, about 67,800 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The on/off button can remain depressed during the power on or power off cycle, causing the tester to work improperly. Consumers testing electrical sources could fail to be warned of the presence of live voltage if the tester is not properly operating, posing a shock hazard to the users.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Testers with model numbers NCVT1 and date codes ending H7. The product was also sold separately and in kits. The following model numbers are involved in the recall, all bearing date codes ending in H7. Model Number Description Retail Price (U.S. $) NCVT1 Non-Contact Voltage Tester 16.97 NCVT1SEN Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Sensormatic Tag 16.97 NCVT1EP Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Econo. Pack - Bubble Bag) 16.97 NCVT1A Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Asian Packaging) 16.97 NCVT1E Non-Contact Voltage Tester (European Packaging) 16.97 69149 KIT, 3PC, Multimeter Test Kit (Retail Clam Shell) 39.97 80018 KIT, 4PC, Residential Electrical Tool Kit
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.
- Sold at
- The Home Depot stores and industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and some hardware stores nationwide from January 2020 through March 2021 for about $17 (for units sold separately) and about $40-$68 (for kits).
- Company
- Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.
- Contact
- Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ncvt1support@kleintools.com or online at www.kleintools.com and click on "Safety Recall Information"at the bottom of the page for more information.
Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock and Burn Hazards
Hazard: The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing shock, electrocution and burn hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Klein Tools to receive postage paid labels to return the clamp meters for free replacement units.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · May 19, 2016
Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock and Burn Hazards
- Recall number
- 16167
- Units
- About 114,000 (in addition, 3,300 were sold in Canada and 3,750 in Mexico)
- Hazard
- The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing shock, electrocution and burn hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Klein Tools digital clamp meters used to detect electrical current in wiring. Model numbers CL110, CL210, CL310 and CL110KIT with date codes 0815U-A1, 1015U-A1, 1115U-A1, 1215U-A1, 0116U-A1, 0216U-A1 and 0316U-A1 are included in this recall. "Klein Tools" and the model number are printed on the front of the clamp meters. The date code is printed on the back. The meters are black with a backlit LCD display and an orange trigger and clamp mechanism. The meters are rated CAT III 600 volts and measure voltage up to 600 volts and alternating current up to 400 amps. Only the meter in the CL110KIT is included in the recall.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Klein Tools to receive postage paid labels to return the clamp meters for free replacement units.
- Sold at
- Home Depot and other hardware stores, industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2015 through April 2016 for between $55 and $75.
- Company
- Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.
- Contact
- Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at www.kleintools.com and click on "Safety Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information or email ClampMeterRecall@kleintools.com.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database, updated weekly. Recalls are matched to brands by the company and product names in each notice; if you think a recall is listed here by mistake, please tell us.