Reported Jun 9, 2021
Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard
Klein Tools of Lincolnshire, Ill.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.
Firm contact: Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ncvt1support@kleintools.com or online at www.kleintools.com and click on "Safety Recall Information"at the bottom of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Tester Model NCVT-1
- Amount recalled
- About 1,690,000 (In addition, about 67,800 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at The Home Depot stores and industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and some hardware stores nationwide from January 2020 through March 2021 for about $17 (for units sold separately) and about $40-$68 (for kits)..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
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.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: Klein Tools has received two reports of incidents of the voltage tester not working properly, including one shock injury.
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