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CPSC, Kole Imports Announce Recall of Circuit Testers

U.S. CPSCElectric shockNov 13, 2000
Recalled circuit tester
Recalled circuit tester

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with these testers should contact Kole Imports to learn how to receive a refund.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC has received one report of an electric shock received by a consumer, when the circuit tester did not work.

Product description

These Sterling-brand screwdriver-type circuit testers are about 5.25 inches long. The tester looks similar to a small screwdriver, and has a clear, plastic handle. Inside the handle is a spring and small light. The tester has a red plastic end cap. There is no writing on the testers. The model number, "ML-24," and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the packaging.

Sold on

Discount stores sold these circuit testers nationwide, from January 2000 through September 2000. They cost about $1 for a package containing two testers.

Contact the company

For more information, call Kole at (866) 251-0982 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit Kole's website at http://www.koleimports.com/Recall.htm

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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