DeWalt Model D55143 Three-Gallon Hand-Carry Oil-Free Air Compressor
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: June 21, 2005 DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, Baltimore, Md. Other Consumer Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 3,840 units)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, Baltimore, Md.
- Reason for Recall:
- Due to a wiring insulation defect, the unit may pose a possible shock hazard.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- Due to a wiring insulation defect, the unit may pose a possible shock hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop using the compressors immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection or repair, if necessary.
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Product Information
Full Description:
Only DeWALT D55143 three-gallon hand-carry oil-free air compressors with date codes 200448, 200453, 200502 through 200505, 200508, and 200509 are included in the recall. The date code is printed on the name plate on the rear air tank of the unit. Units marked with an "R" on the end cap of the unit are not included in this recall.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 3,840 units)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 05202