Stanley Data Torq Air Impact Wrenches recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 31, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Stanley Industries & Automotive LLC recalls Stanley Data Torq Air Impact Wrenches

Recall number

16E050000

Brand / firm

Stanley Data Torq, Mac Data Torq

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 49 units

Why it was recalled

If the lug nuts were over tightened, the wheel attaching studs may fracture and the wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Stanley Assembly Technologies, (SAT) is recalling certain Mac Data Torq air-impact wrenches, part number ADT006, and Stanley Data Torq air-impact wrenches, part number 24N100006, manufactured September 23, 2015, to January 5, 2016. These computer-controlled air impact wrenches used to tighten vehicle lug nuts have software installed that may contain an error allowing the wrench to produce more torque than the amount set by the operator.

What to do

SAT will notify the purchasers of the tools, and will recalibrate the impact wrenches and correct the software error. The recall began on August 25, 2016. Owners may contact SAT customer service at 1-614-876-3809.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.