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Product recall · CPSCDecember 21, 2023Serious
Klein Tools Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The top and bottom of the internal inverter boards of the power stations can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to 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.
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,800 (In addition, about 164 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- December 21, 2023
- Brand
- Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Illinois
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Klein Tools received four reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported. No lithium-ion battery fires have been reported.
Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2021 through November 2023 for about $1,300.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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