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Ridgid Pneumatic Nailers Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Laceration or Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at the Home Depot

Reported: December 6, 2012 Initiated: December 6, 2012 #13059

Product Description

The recalled pneumatic nailers are used to secure fasteners into roofs and woodwork. The orange and gray hand held drill-shaped tools have the name "RIDGID" on the side of the nailers in white type on a black panel. The model and serial numbers are located on the side of the nail tray/magazine where the fasteners are loaded. Recalled nailers have the following serial number range: Coil Roofing Nailer model R175RNE: ER114600001 through ER1217008424 Clipped Head Framing Nailer model R350CHE: ER114600001 through ER1215004424. Nailers with a blue dot on the product packaging are not included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The trigger assembly on the nailers can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a fastener, posing a laceration or injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailers and contact One World Technologies for a free replacement nailer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled pneumatic nailers are used to secure fasteners into roofs and woodwork. The orange and gray hand held drill-shaped tools have the name "RIDGID" on the side of the nailers in white type on a black panel. The model and serial numbers are located on the side of the nail tray/magazine where the fasteners are loaded. Recalled nailers have the following serial number range: Coil Roofing Nailer model R175RNE: ER114600001 through ER1217008424 Clipped Head Framing Nailer model R350CHE: ER114600001 through ER1215004424. Nailers with a blue dot on the product packaging are not included in the recall.. Recalled by De Poan Pneumatic Corporation, of Taiwan. Units affected: About 8,400 Coil Roofing Nailers and 4,400 Clipped Head Framing Nailers.
Why was this product recalled?
The trigger assembly on the nailers can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a fastener, posing a laceration or injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailers and contact One World Technologies for a free replacement nailer.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 6, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13059.