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Safety Alert: Porter-Cable Cordless Nailer Poses Puncture Hazard

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJun 29, 2006
Recalled Cordless Nailer
Recalled Cordless Nailer

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Hazard

The nailer can eject a nail while the switch is in the "off" position, if the trigger is pulled and it is placed on a surface. This can pose a serious injury to consumers or bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the nailer immediately and contact Porter-Cable to receive free caution labels and an instruction manual insert.

Incidents & injuries

Porter-Cable has received two reports of injuries, including puncture wounds to the leg and back, requiring surgical removal of the nail.

Product description

The nailer is used to drive nails into wood. Model number BN200V12 is located on the name plate on the magazine of the unit. "Porter+Cable" is printed on the nailer's motor housing.

Sold on

Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from September 2001 through December 2005 for between $230 and $280.

Contact the company

For more information, call Porter-Cable toll-free at (800) 940-3126 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Porter-cable.com

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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