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CPSC, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Wrenches

Recall 01-208 · July 27, 2001 · Milwaukee Electric Tool

What to doConsumers should stop using these electric wrenches immediately and return them to the nearest Milwaukee Factory Service Center or authorized power tool service center for a free repair. Wrenches that have a "X" stamped or etched on the nameplate next to the serial number have already been repaired.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
01-208 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 27, 2001
Brand
Milwaukee Electric Tool
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
Electric Wrenches
Hazard
Electric shock hazard
Hazard type
Electric shock
Units
About 6,000
Last updated by CPSC
March 24, 2026

What was recalled

The recalled impact wrenches are shaped like drills, but use a forward/reverse (impact) action to tighten/loosen bolts. The wrenches have a red handle, a red and gray body, and the name "Milwaukee" printed on the drill. The model and serial numbers included in this recall can be found on the nameplate located on the body of the tool. Model Numbers Serial Numbers 9070-20 229A401010001 thru 229A401250722 9071-20 239A401010001 thru 239A401250404 9075-20 230A401010001 thru 230A401260104

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Electric Wrenches · About 6,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Home centers, hardware stores, and industrial distributors nationwide sold these wrenches, from March 2001 to July 2001, for between $180 and $280.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis..

Injuries or incidents reported

Milwaukee and CPSC have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Consumer contact

Consumers can call Milwaukee toll-free at (866) 473-2288 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can locate the nearest service facility by visiting the company's website at www.mil-electric-tool.com

Recall history and context

Milwaukee Electric Tool appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Milwaukee Electric Tool recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Electric Wrenches (About 6,000 units). The recalled impact wrenches are shaped like drills, but use a forward/reverse (impact) action to tighten/loosen bolts.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Electric shock hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should stop using these electric wrenches immediately and return them to the nearest Milwaukee Factory Service Center or authorized power tool service center for a free repair. Wrenches that have a "X" stamped or etched on the nameplate next to the serial number have already been repaired.

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