Defective Hitachi Coil Nailers Injure 15, Leave 5 Partially Blind
A Hitachi coil nailer recall involves faulty power tools that can eject nails and have caused 15 injuries, five of which resulted in partial blindness.
Hitachi Koki U.S.A. Ltd. of Norcross, Ga., is recalling 50,000 coil nailers that may have a defective feeder, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This can allow nails to suddenly eject sideways and seriously injure power tool operators or bystanders. The firm has received 37 reports of nails suddenly ejecting sideways, including 15 injuries primarily to the eye region. Five victims suffered partial blindness. These tools are typically used to project nails into drywall, wood or other materials.
Defective Hitachi Power Tool Recall Product Information
- Model number NV83A2
- Manufactured between October 2002 and September 2005.
- Manufacturing dates can be determined by the serial number engraved at end of handle. The first digit represents the month in which it was made, and the second digit represents the last digit of the year it was made.
- Sold at Lowe’s, Home Depot, Amazon.com and other home improvement and building supply stores from November 2002 through March 2006.
Owners should stop using the nailers and contact Hitachi for a free repair.
