This recall involves two models of Hitachi Koki 3 ΒΌ inch strip pneumatic nailers with depth adjustment. Affected model numbers are NR83A2(Y) and NR83A3 and the numbers are located on a label attached to the side of the nailers and on the outside of the box containing the product.
| Model Number | Serial numbers that start with |
|---|---|
| NR83A2(Y) | QD2, QN2 QO2, Q13, Q23, Q33, Q43, Q52, Q53, Q62, Q72, Q82 and Q92. |
| NR83A3 | QD3, QN3, QO3, Q14, Q24, Q34, Q63, Q73, Q83 and Q93. |
Hazard identified
The pneumatic nailers can jam and override the safety switch that permits only one nail to fire at a time, posing an injury risk. Neither Health Canada nor Hitachi Koki has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products in Canada.
Number sold
Approximately 300 of the recalled products were sold in Canada and 25,000 in the United States by various home improvement retailers.
Time period sold
The recalled products were sold from May 2012 to April 2014 in Canada and the United States.
Place of origin
Manufactured in Taiwan.
Companies
- Manufacturer
- Hitachi Koki Taiwan Co., Ltd. TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA
- Distributor
- Hitachi Koki U.S.A. Ltd. Norcross Georgia UNITED STATES
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailers and contact Hitachi Koki U.S.A. for instructions on how to return the product for a free repair.
For more information, consumers may contact Hitachi Koki U.S.A, Ltd by telephone at 1-844-666-9469 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or at Hitachi Power Tools’ website and click on the link “Safety Notice/Recalls” for more information.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission’s website.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/39947r-eng.php
