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CPSC recall · Reported March 2, 2004

CPSC, Wagner Spray Tech Corporation Announce Recall of Drill Charger Base

A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects.

Recall #
04091
Affected scope
180,000
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Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn. recalled This recall includes 9.6-volt, 10.8-volt, 12-volt, 14.4-volt and 18-volt Wagner drill cha….

CPSC, Wagner Spray Tech Corporation Announce Recall of Drill Charger Base was recalled by Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn. in March 2, 2004. Reason: A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby…. Remedy: Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a …. Verify recall #04091 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby….

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agency class
180K units
affected scope
March 2, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04091 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. 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.

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Product description

This recall includes 9.6-volt, 10.8-volt, 12-volt, 14.4-volt and 18-volt Wagner drill charger bases. The drills were sold in black and gray and have the name "Wagner" printed on them. Model numbers involved in the recall are: W96DK, W108DK, W120DK, WB96, WB120, WB144, and WB180K. The model numbers are located on a label on the side of the drill.

Reason for recall

A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects.

Remedy, what to do

Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a replacement charger base.

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 04091
Date reported March 2, 2004
Date initiated March 2, 2004
Recalling firm Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn.
Affected scope 180,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

180,000 units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

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Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) ✓ This recall
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Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a replacement charger base.

  • Check the recall number (04091) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes 9.6-volt, 10.8-volt, 12-volt, 14.4-volt and 18-volt Wagner drill charger bases. The drills were sold in black and gray and have the name "Wagner" printed on them. Model numbers involved in the recall are: W96DK, W108DK, W120DK, WB96, WB120, WB144, and WB180K. The model numbers are located on a label on the side of the drill.. Recalled by Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn.. Units affected: 180,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects.
What should consumers do?
Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a replacement charger base.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 2, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04091.
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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