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CPSC recall · Reported June 27, 2012

Alltrade Tools Recalls Kawasaki Cordless Drill Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.

Recall #
12740
Affected scope
About 45,000
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Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China recalled This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black colo… - a moderate-severity action.

Alltrade Tools Recalls Kawasaki Cordless Drill Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Co… was recalled by Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China in June 27, 2012. Reason: The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and register at www.alltrade2…. Verify recall #12740 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard..

Moderate
severity level
June 27, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12740 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #12740) was formally reported on June 27, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 45,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and register at www.alltrade2.fox-international.com to receive a free drill, including shipping. Alltrade Tools is directly contacting cons… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 45,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black color combination, with a 19.2v battery pack and certain serial numbers. "Alltrade Tools LLC" and "Made in China" are printed in white lettering on the left side of the drills. The drill's model and serial numbers are located on a label on the right side of the drill. The recalled drills have the following serial numbers: Kawasaki Cordless Drill Serial Numbers From 11030 30201 to 11030 33656 From 11040 00001 to 11040 17120 From 11060 00001 to 11060 07340 From 11070 00001 to 11070 05984 From 11070 16801 to 11070 20640

Reason for recall

The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and register at www.alltrade2.fox-international.com to receive a free drill, including shipping. Alltrade Tools is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled drills. Consumers should not return the drills to the store where purchased.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 12740
Date reported June 27, 2012
Date initiated June 27, 2012
Recalling firm Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China
Affected scope About 45,000
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 immediately stop using the recalled drills and register at www.alltrade2.fox-international.com to receive a free…

  • Check the recall number (12740) 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Kawasaki Cordless Drills, model 691761, sold in green and black color combination, with a 19.2v battery pack and certain serial numbers. "Alltrade Tools LLC" and "Made in China" are printed in white lettering on the left side of the drills. The drill's model and serial numbers are located on a label on the right side of the drill. The recalled drills have the following serial numbers: Kawasaki Cordless Drill Serial Numbers From 11030 30201 to 11030 33656 From 11040 00001 to 11040 17120 From 11060 00001 to 11060 07340 From 11070 00001 to 11070 05984 From 11070 16801 to 11070 20640. Recalled by Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools Co., Ltd. of Wuxi, China. Units affected: About 45,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The trigger switches can short and generate excessive heat posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and register at www.alltrade2.fox-international.com to receive a free drill, including shipping. Alltrade Tools is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled drills. Consumers should not return the drills to the store where purchased.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 27, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12740.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (12740) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 27, 2012. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.