Hitachi Koki Recalls Pneumatic Nailers Due to Injury Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 14-205 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- June 12, 2014
- Brand
- Hitachi Koki
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Hitachi Koki Pneumatic Nailer
- Hazard
- Injury Hazards
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 25,000 units in the United States and 300 in Canada
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 9, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves two models of Hitachi Koki 3 ¼ inch strip pneumatic nailers with depth adjustment. Affected model numbers are NR83A2(Y) and NR83A3. Model numbers are located on a label attached to the side of the nailers and on the outside of the box containing the product. The manufacturing date can be identified by the serial number engraved at the end of the handle on the nailer. Model number NR83A2(Y) has serial numbers which start with QD2, QN2 QO2, Q13, Q23, Q33, Q43, Q52, Q53, Q62, Q72, Q82 and Q92. Model number NR83A3 has serial numbers which start with QD3, QN3, QO3, Q14, Q24, Q34, Q63, Q73, Q83 and Q93. Units with a letter "R" decal next to the model number and an engraved "R" near the serial number are not included in this product recall.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Hitachi Koki Pneumatic Nailer · About 25,000 units in the United States and 300 in Canada units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Independent home improvement and building supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com, Walmart.com and Grainger.com from May 2012 through May 2014 for about $300.; Hitachi Koki U.S.A. Ltd., of Norcross, Ga..
Consumer contact
Hitachi Koki U.S.A. Ltd. toll-free at (844) 666-9469 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.hitachipowertools.com and click on "Safety Notice Recall" for more information.
Recall history and context
Hitachi Koki appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Hitachi Koki 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?
Hitachi Koki Pneumatic Nailer (About 25,000 units in the United States and 300 in Canada units). This recall involves two models of Hitachi Koki 3 ¼ inch strip pneumatic nailers with depth adjustment.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Injury Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailers and contact Hitachi Koki U.S.A. for instructions on how to return the product for a free repair.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 9, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.