CPSC, Kole Imports Announce Recall of Circuit Testers

The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.

Recall #: 01029
Affected scope: About 4,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled These Sterling-brand screwdriver-type circuit testers are about 5.25 inches long. The tes….

CPSC, Kole Imports Announce Recall of Circuit Testers was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 13, 2000. Reason: The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to c…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with th…. Verify recall #01029 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to c….

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agency class: November 13, 2000
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01029 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

These Sterling-brand screwdriver-type circuit testers are about 5.25 inches long. The tester looks similar to a small screwdriver, and has a clear, plastic handle. Inside the handle is a spring and small light. The tester has a red plastic end cap. There is no writing on the testers. The model number, "ML-24," and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the packaging.

Reason for recall

The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with these testers should contact Kole Imports to learn how to receive a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	01029
Date reported	November 13, 2000
Date initiated	November 13, 2000
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 4,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with these testers should contact Kole Imports …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The circuit testers can fail to indicate if electric current is present, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using these recalled circuit testers immediately. Consumers with these testers should contact Kole Imports to learn how to receive a refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 13, 2000. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 01029.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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