Product Recall: Stanley Black & Decker Dewalt and Stanley Fiberglass Sledgehammers (2306-0067)
Product recall for Stanley Black & Decker Dewalt and Stanley Fiberglass Sledgehammers presenting a risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: Stanley Black & Decker Dewalt and Stanley Fiberglass Sledgehammers
Hazard: The head of the sledgehammer can loosen prematurely and detach unexpectedly during use, posing an impact injury hazard to the user.
Corrective action: The affected models have been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Hand Tools - Sledge Hammer |
|---|---|
| Brand | DeWalt, Stanley |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | Multiple variations of black and yellow coloured sledgehammers. |
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Affected models
DEWALT® Fiberglass Sledgehammers
| Model Number | Description |
|---|---|
| DWHT56141 | 2 lb Fiberglass Drilling Hammer |
| DWHT56142 | 3 lb Fiberglass Drilling Hammer |
| DWHT56143 | 2-1/2 lb Fiberglass Engineering Hammer |
| DWHT56146 | 2-1/2 lb Fiberglass Blacksmith Hammer |
| DWHT56147 | 4 lb Fiberglass Blacksmith Hammer |
| DWHT56148 | 4lb Fiberglass Engineering Hammer |
| DWHT56024 | 4 lb Drilling Sledgehammer - Hollow Handle |
| DWHT56025 | 4 lb BS Sledgehammer - Hollow Handle |
| DWHT56026 | 4 lb ENG Sledgehammer - Hollow Handle |
| DWHT56027 | 6 lb Sledgehammer - Hollow Handle |
| DWHT56029 | 10 lb Sledge 36”Hammer - Hollow Handle |
| DWHT56030 | 12 lb Sledgehammer - Hollow Handle |
STANLEY Fiberglass Sledgehammers
| Model Number | Description |
|---|---|
| FMHT56006 | 3 LB Drilling Hammer |
| FMHT56008 | 4 LB Blacksmith Hammer |
| FMHT56009 | 4 LB Engineer Hammer |
| FMHT56010 | 6 LB FATMAX Sledgehammer |
| FMHT56011 | 8 LB FATMAX Sledgehammer |
| FMHT56019 | 10 LB FATMAX Sledgehammer |
Hazard
The head of the sledgehammers can loosen prematurely and detach unexpectedly during use, posing an impact injury hazard to the user.
The affected models do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users. For further information, please see the Stanley Black & Decker recall site here: https://www.sledgehammerrecall.expertinquiry.com/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2306-0067
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards