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Medium RiskCPSC
Tools & Hardware/Power Tools

Air Compressors Recalled by MAT Industries Due to Shock Hazard

Agency Publication Date: February 12, 2014
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Summary

Approximately 100,000 HDX and Powermate brand two-gallon electric air compressors are being recalled. The pressure switch terminals can touch the motor housing, causing the entire air compressor to become electrified. This pose a serious shock hazard to anyone touching the device. These compressors were sold at The Home Depot, Menards, and other nationwide retailers between June 2010 and October 2013.

Risk

The internal electrical terminals can come into contact with the metal motor housing, electrifying the exterior of the unit. This creates a significant risk of electric shock to consumers during use or handling.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled air compressor and unplug it from the power source.
  2. Check the back of the top air compressor cylinder for a sticker containing the model and serial numbers. Affected HDX models (gray color) include 947282, VSP0000201.HDX, and VSP0000201.HDX1. Affected Powermate models (red color) include VSP0000201, VSP0000201.01, VSP0000201.KIT, and VSP0000201.NS.
  3. Verify your serial number. Only units with strictly numeric serial numbers are included in this recall; if your serial number contains any letters, it is not affected.
  4. Contact MAT Industries toll-free at 855-922-2300 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to arrange for a free repair of the unit.
  5. You can also find more information online at www.powermate.com (click on Air Compressors, then VSP0000201) or at www.homedepot.com (click on Product Recalls).
  6. For additional questions, call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air compressors and contact MAT Industries for a free repair.

Contact: Industries toll-free at (855) 922-2300 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.powermate.com and click on Air Compressors, then VSP0000201 and online at www.homedepot.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.

Affected Products

Product: HDX Two-Gallon Electric Air Compressor (Gray)
Model:
947282
VSP0000201.HDX
VSP0000201.HDX1
Lot Numbers:
Numeric serial numbers only (no letters)
Date Ranges: Sold June 2010 through October 2013
Product: Powermate Two-Gallon Electric Air Compressor (Red)
Model:
VSP0000201
VSP0000201.01
VSP0000201.KIT
VSP0000201.NS
Lot Numbers:
Numeric serial numbers only (no letters)
Date Ranges: Sold June 2010 through October 2013

Product Images

HDX air compressor

HDX air compressor

HDX air compressor label with model and serial number

HDX air compressor label with model and serial number

Powermate air compressor

Powermate air compressor

Powermate air compressor label with model and serial number numbers

Powermate air compressor label with model and serial number numbers

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 14105
Status: Active
Sold By: The Home Depot and online at homedepot.com (HDX air compressors only), Menards and other stores (Powermate air compressors) nationwide from June 2010 through October 2013 for between $80 and $120.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 100,000 in the United States and 7,000 in Canada
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: MAT Industries LLC, of Long Grove, Ill.
Contact: Industries toll-free at (855) 922-2300 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.powermate.com and click on Air Compressors, then VSP0000201 and online at www.homedepot.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
Agency Last Updated: January 8, 2015

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