CPSC, Recall of Brigade Hickory Handle Sledge Hammer by White Cap Construction Supply Due to Risk of Injury
Summary Statement
The Brigade sledge hammers with a hickory wood handle are being recalled because the head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to the user. There are 11 models included in this recall, ranging in size from 2 to 20 lbs. A green and white label with the word “Brigade” and the model name is affixed to the head of the sledge hammer, and “Genuine Hickory” is printed on the handle.
August 18, 2010
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 18, 2010 Release #10-320 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 281-4831 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 |
Brigade Hickory Handle Sledge Hammers Recalled by White Cap Construction Supply Due to Risk of Injury
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Hickory handle sledge hammers
Units: About 15,000
Importer: White Cap Construction Supply Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.
Hazard: The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves Brigade sledge hammers with a hickory wood handle. There are 11 models included in this recall, ranging in size from 2 to 20 lbs. A green and white label with the word “Brigade” and the model name is affixed to the head of the sledge hammer, and “Genuine Hickory” is printed on the handle. Model and UPC information are printed on the label.
| Model | UPC | Part Description |
|---|---|---|
| 444BR10675 | 847044060535 | 8LB 36 double Face Sledge Hammer |
| 444BR10677 | 847044060559 | 12LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer |
| 444BR10685 | 847044060634 | 4LB 16 Engineers Hammer |
| 444BR10678 | 847044060566 | 16LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer |
| 444BR10679 | 847044060573 | 20LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer |
| 444BR10688 | 847044060665 | 4LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer |
| 444BR10687 | 847044060658 | 3LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer |
| 444BR10674 | 847044060528 | 6LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer |
| 444BR10676 | 847044060542 | 10LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer |
| 444BR10686 | 847044060641 | 2LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer |
| 444BR10684 | 847044060627 | 3LB 16 Engineers Hammer |
Sold at: White Cap Construction Supply distributors nationwide from April 2009 through May 2010 for between $12 and $47.
Manufactured in: India
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the product to White Cap Construction Supply for a full refund or exchange.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact White Cap Construction Supply toll-free at (877) 281-4831 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.whitecap.com
CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting http://www.cpsc.gov/en/recalls/2010/brigade-hickory-handle-sledge-hammers-recalled-by-white-cap-construction-supply-due-to-risk-of-injury/
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