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CPSC recall · Reported November 10, 2021

Hart Consumer Products Recalls Nailers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.

Recall #
22017
Affected scope
About 15,700
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Techtronic Industries Vietnam Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of Vietnam recalled This recall involves Hart 18-Gauge 2" Brad Nailers with model numbers HPNR01, HPNR01B, HP….

Hart Consumer Products Recalls Nailers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart was recalled by Techtronic Industries Vietnam Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of Vietnam in November 10, 2021. Reason: The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailer and return it to any Walmart …. Verify recall #22017 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Techtronic Industries Vietnam Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of Vietnam issued this CPSC recall-The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22017 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, 1 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 involves Hart 18-Gauge 2" Brad Nailers with model numbers HPNR01, HPNR01B, HPNR01B-SK, or HPNR01BNCA. The white, blue, and black handheld tool has the name "HART" on the side of the nailer in white type on a black background and has "18ga BRAD NAILER" on the side of the nail tray/magazine in white type on a blue background. The model numbers are located on the side of the nail tray/magazine where the nails are loaded.

Reason for recall

The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailer and return it to any Walmart USA store for a full refund. Consumers may also return items for free by mail via a scheduled pickup from your home. To schedule a free pickup, consumers should call 800-776-5191.

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 22017
Date reported November 10, 2021
Date initiated November 10, 2021
Recalling firm Techtronic Industries Vietnam Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of Vietnam
Affected scope About 15,700
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 nailer and return it to any Walmart USA store for a full refund. Consumers m…

  • Check the recall number (22017) 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 involves Hart 18-Gauge 2" Brad Nailers with model numbers HPNR01, HPNR01B, HPNR01B-SK, or HPNR01BNCA. The white, blue, and black handheld tool has the name "HART" on the side of the nailer in white type on a black background and has "18ga BRAD NAILER" on the side of the nail tray/magazine in white type on a blue background. The model numbers are located on the side of the nail tray/magazine where the nails are loaded.. Recalled by Techtronic Industries Vietnam Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of Vietnam. Units affected: About 15,700.
Why was this product recalled?
The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailer and return it to any Walmart USA store for a full refund. Consumers may also return items for free by mail via a scheduled pickup from your home. To schedule a free pickup, consumers should call 800-776-5191.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 10, 2021. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 22017.
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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