CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs
Source: CPSC Recall #03113
Recall Date
2003-04-23
Manufacturer
Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.J.
Units Affected
About 64,000
Products Involved
Panasonic cordless power tool battery packs
Hazard
Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.
Remedy
Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.
Reported Injuries
Two reports of batteries detaching have been received. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Home improvement, hardware and mail order outlets nationwide. Battery packs were sold in the Panasonic Cordless Power Tool kit and separately as an accessory pack and replacement battery for the power tools. The battery packs cost between $150 and $400 (with kits) and between $50 and $100 (individually).
Manufactured In
Mexico
Full Recall Description
Only battery packs manufactured between May 1, 2001 and Nov. 20, 2002, with model numbers EY9230, EY9136, EY9231, EY9200, EY9106 and EY9201 stamped on the top of the battery pack are included in this recall. The battery pack is black and yellow.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28