Hart Consumer Products Recalls Nailers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Recall date

November 10, 2021

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

22017

Brand / firm

Techtronic Industries Vietnam Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of Vietnam

Sold / distributed

Walmart USA retail stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from April 2021 through September 2021 for between $130 and $160.

Why it was recalled

The contact sensor on the nailer can malfunction and involuntarily discharge a nail, posing a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.

What was recalled

This recall involves Hart 18-Gauge 2" Brad Nailers with model numbers HPNR01, HPNR01B, HPNR01B-SK, or HPNR01BNCA. The white, blue, and black handheld tool has the name "HART" on the side of the nailer in white type on a black background and has "18ga BRAD NAILER" on the side of the nail tray/magazine in white type on a blue background. The model numbers are located on the side of the nail tray/magazine where the nails are loaded.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailer and return it to any Walmart USA store for a full refund. Consumers may also return items for free by mail via a scheduled pickup from your home. To schedule a free pickup, consumers should call 800-776-5191.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.