CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Electrical Testing Components
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 04-131 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- May 3, 2004
- Brand
- Fluke
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Modular Test Leads used for Electrical Testing Multimeters
- Hazard
- Electric shock hazard
- Hazard type
- Electric shock
- Units
- About 110,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- February 10, 2025
What was recalled
The recalled test leads are red and black with no permanent probes attached. They have the Fluke logo on the connector ends. They were sold individually, as well as with a variety of Fluke multimeters and accessory kits. The recall includes only Fluke Model TL221, TL222 and TL224 test leads. The model numbers are not written on the test leads, but are written on the packaging or on product documents. The recall does not include Fluke test leads with permanently attached test probes, and does not include test leads with a SureGrip™ symbol, shown below, either on a tag around the silicon wire or molded onto the connector end. Fluke test leads with a SureGrip™ symbol are not included in the recall.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Modular Test Leads used for Electrical Testing Multimeters · About 110,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Home and hardware stores and electrical distributors nationwide, from December 2002 through March 2004. The leads sold individually for about $18. Fluke multimeters and accessory kits containing these leads sold for between $45 and $450.; Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash..
Injuries or incidents reported
Fluke has received 29 reports of the leads for Fluke multimeters operating improperly, though no injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
Consumers should call Fluke toll-free at (888) 401-9940 between 5 a.m. and 4 pm PT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can access Fluke's website at www.fluke.com. Fluke has sent direct notice to known purchasers.
Recall history and context
Fluke appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Fluke recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Modular Test Leads used for Electrical Testing Multimeters (About 110,000 units). The recalled test leads are red and black with no permanent probes attached.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Electric shock hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using the recalled modular test leads immediately and contact Fluke for information on getting free replacement components.
More recalls from Fluke
- Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke
March 11, 2010 · Fluke · Smoke alarms and home safetyThe Fluke voltage testers look like a pen with a yellow, white and gray body. The testers measure 90 to 1000 volts alternating current (VAC). "Fluke" and the model…
- Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Fluke
May 15, 2009 · Fluke · Other consumer productsThis recall involves Fluke Digital Clamp Meters with model and serial numbers listed below. The model number may be followed by an "A." Model No. Starting With Serial…
- CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Digital Multimeters
August 19, 2002 · Fluke · Other consumer productsMultimeters are used to measure voltage, resistance and current. The recalled Fluke digital multimeters measure up to 1,000 volts alternating current (VAC) and direct…
- CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Electrical Testers
June 19, 2001 · Fluke · Other consumer productsThe model T-2 hand-held electrical voltage and continuity testers measure 24 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 6 to 220 volts direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and…
- CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Second Recall of Electrical Testers
November 9, 1999 · Fluke · Other consumer productsThese testers measure 24 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 6 to 220 volts direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "T2" are written on the front of the unit. The…
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