CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs

Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.

Recall #: 03113
Affected scope: About 64,000

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

Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.j. recalled Only battery packs manufactured between May 1, 2001 and Nov. 20, 2002, with model numbers….

CPSC, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Announce Recall of Battery Packs was recalled by Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.j. in April 23, 2003. Reason: Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in …. Remedy: Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacem…. Verify recall #03113 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in ….

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agency class: April 23, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03113 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

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.

Reason for recall

Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.

Remedy, what to do

Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.

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	03113
Date reported	April 23, 2003
Date initiated	April 23, 2003
Recalling firm	Panasonic Consumer Electronics, of Secaucus, N.j.
Affected scope	About 64,000
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

Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.

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Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Battery packs can detach from the power tool unexpectedly and strike the operator or bystander, resulting in injuries.

What should consumers do? ▼

Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics to receive return instructions and a free replacement battery pack.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 23, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03113.

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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