News From CPSC: 2 Recalls Announced June 9, 2021
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1. CamelBak Recalls Caps Sold with Podium and Peak Fitness Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/CamelBak-Recalls-Caps-Sold-with-Podium-and-Peak-Fitness-Water-Bottles-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
2. Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Non-Contact-Voltage-Testers-Recalled-by-Klein-Tools-Due-to-Shock-Hazard
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1. CamelBak Recalls Caps Sold with Podium and Peak Fitness Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard:
Recall Date: June 9, 2021
Recall Number: 21-149
Recall Summary
Name of product:
CamelBak Podium and Peak Fitness water bottles
Hazard:
A small silicone valve in caps sold with the Podium and Peak Fitness water bottle can come loose and detach, posing a choking hazard.
Remedy:
Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled caps sold with the water bottles and contact CamelBak for a free replacement cap.
Consumer Contact:
CamelBak at 800-767-8725 from 8:30 a.m. to 5p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.camelbak.com/recall or www.camelbak.com and click on “Recall Information” for more information.
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Recall Details
Units:
About 46,000 (In addition, about 13,000 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves certain caps sold with CamelBak’s Podium and Peak Fitness water bottles with three date codes. The date codes are H19039, H19063 and H19175 and are located on the underside of the cap. The water bottles were sold in a variety of colors in 17, 21- and 24-ounce sizes. CamelBak and Podium or Peak Fitness are written on the bottles.
Incidents/Injuries:
CamelBak has received 14 reports of the silicone valve coming loose in the cap and detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at camelbak.com from February 2019 through January 2021 for between $10 and $25 depending on the bottle.
Importer(s):
CamelBak Products LLC, of Petaluma, Calif.
Manufactured In:
China
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2. Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard:
Recall Date: June 9, 2021
Recall Number: 21-150
Recall Summary
Name of product:
Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Tester Model NCVT-1
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:
Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.
Consumer Contact:
Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ncvt1s...@kleintools.com or online at www.kleintools.com and click on “Safety Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details
Units:
About 1,690,000 (In addition, about 67,800 were sold in Canada.)
Description:
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 (Poly-Bag & UPC Label) |
49.99 |
|
80023 |
KIT, 3PC, Home Inspector Moisture Meter Kit, (Poly-Bag & UPC Label) |
59.99 |
|
MPZ00001 |
KIT, 2PC, Pliers + NCVT1 Tester (Clam Shell) |
51.72 |
|
MPZ00052R |
KIT, 3PC, Stripper/Cutter + NCVT1 Tester + RT210 GFCI Tester (Retail Clam Shell) |
67.42 |
The meters have a yellow body housing with a tinted gray tip and have a black pocket clip/battery cap on the back. The part/model numbers are written on the top of each unit above the brand name KLEIN TOOLS and date codes are printed on the bottom of the unit under the brand name. The product is rated CAT IV and measures voltage up to 1,000 Volts.
Incidents/Injuries:
Klein Tools has received two reports of incidents of the voltage tester not working properly, including one shock injury.
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).
Importer(s):
Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.
Manufactured In:
China
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