Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Tester Model NCVT-1
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Klein Tools is recalling Non-Contact Voltage Testers with model numbers NCVT1, NCVT1SEN, NCVT1EP, NCVT1A, and NCVT1E, as well as several tool kits containing the NCVT1 tester (model numbers 69149, 80018, 80023, MPZ00001, and MPZ00052R). All recalled units have date codes ending in H7. The testers have a yellow body with a tinted gray tip and a black pocket clip/battery cap. The defect involves the on/off button potentially remaining depressed during power cycles, which can cause the tester to malfunction and fail to warn users of live voltage, creating a shock hazard.
Consumers who own these recalled testers should stop using them immediately and contact Klein Tools for instructions on obtaining a free replacement tool.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The on/off button can remain depressed during the power on or power off cycle, causing the tester to work improperly. Consumers testing electrical sources could fail to be warned of the presence of live voltage if the tester is not properly operating, posing a shock hazard to the users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.
This recall involves Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Testers with model numbers NCVT1 and date codes ending H7. The product was also sold separately and in kits. The following model numbers are involved in the recall, all bearing date codes ending in H7. Model Number Description Retail Price (U.S. $) NCVT1 Non-Contact Voltage Tester 16.97 NCVT1SEN Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Sensormatic Tag 16.97 NCVT1EP Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Econo. Pack - Bubble Bag) 16.97 NCVT1A Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Asian Packaging) 16.97 NCVT1E Non-Contact Voltage Tester (European Packaging) 16.97 69149 KIT, 3PC, Multimeter Test Kit (Retail Clam Shell) 39.97 80018 KIT, 4PC, Residential Electrical Tool Kit (Poly-Bag & UPC Label) 49.99 80023 KIT, 3PC, Home Inspector Moisture Meter Kit, (Poly-Bag & UPC Label) 59.99 MPZ00001 KIT, 2PC, Pliers + NCVT1 Tester (Clam Shell) 51.72 MPZ00052R KIT, 3PC, Stripper/Cutter + NCVT1 Tester + RT210 GFCI Tester (Retail Clam Shell) 67.42 The meters have a yellow body housing with a tinted gray tip and have a black pocket clip/battery cap on the back. The part/model numbers are written on the top of each unit above the brand name KLEIN TOOLS and date codes are printed on the bottom of the unit under the brand name. The product is rated CAT IV and measures voltage up to 1,000 Volts.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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