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Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24067
Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Illinois · Portable Rechargeable Power Stations
Product Description
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.
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 contacting all known purchasers directly.
Refund
Reported Injuries
Klein Tools received four reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported. No lithium-ion battery fires have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Illinois has voluntarily recalled about 3,800 (in addition, about 164 were sold in canada) of Portable Rechargeable Power Stations as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on December 21, 2023. The top and bottom of the internal inverter boards of the power stations can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should obtain a full refund. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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