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Hitachi Koki Recalls Pneumatic Nailers Due to Injury Hazards

Reported: June 12, 2014 Initiated: June 12, 2014 #14205

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The pneumatic nailers can jam and override the safety switch that permits only one nail to fire at a time, posing an injury risk.

Remedy

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 25,000 units in the United States and 300 in Canada
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Hitachi-Koki-Recalls-Pneumatic-Nailers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product 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.. Units affected: About 25,000 units in the United States and 300 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The pneumatic nailers can jam and override the safety switch that permits only one nail to fire at a time, posing an injury risk.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 12, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14205.

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