Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock and Burn Hazards

Agency Publication Date: May 19, 2016

Summary

Klein Tools is recalling approximately 114,000 digital clamp meters, including models CL110, CL210, CL310, and those found in the CL110KIT. These meters, used to detect electrical current in wiring, can fail to provide an accurate voltage reading. This defect can lead a user to believe electrical power is off when it is actually still live, posing a serious risk of electrocution or burns. Consumers should immediately stop using these meters and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement.

Risk

The device may display an incorrect voltage reading, which could cause an operator to touch a live electrical wire under the false impression that the power is disconnected. This creates an immediate danger of electrical shock, electrocution, and severe burns.

What You Should Do

Immediately stop using the recalled Klein Tools digital clamp meters.
Check the front of your device for the brand name 'Klein Tools' and model numbers CL110, CL210, CL310, or the CL110KIT (note: only the meter inside the kit is affected).
Look at the back of the meter to verify the date code. Affected date codes are: 0815U-A1, 1015U-A1, 1115U-A1, 1215U-A1, 0116U-A1, 0216U-A1, and 0316U-A1.
Contact Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email ClampMeterRecall@kleintools.com to receive a postage-paid label to return your meter for a free replacement.
You can also visit www.kleintools.com and click on 'Safety Recall Information' at the bottom of the page for more details and to initiate the replacement process.
For additional safety questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Klein Tools to receive postage paid labels to return the clamp meters for free replacement units.

Contact: Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at www.kleintools.com and click on "Safety Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information or email ClampMeterRecall@kleintools.com.

Affected Products

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter CL110

Model:

CL110

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter CL210

Model:

CL210

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter CL310

Model:

CL310

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter (from CL110KIT)

Model:

CL110KIT

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product Images

Recalled Klein Tools clamp meters

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall ID: 16167

Status: Active

Sold By: Home Depot and other hardware stores, industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2015 through April 2016 for between $55 and $75.

Manufactured In: China

Units Affected: About 114,000 (in addition, 3,300 were sold in Canada and 3,750 in Mexico)

Distributed To: Nationwide

Importer: Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.

Agency Last Updated: May 19, 2016

Were You Affected by This Recall?

If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.

Find an Attorney

This is general information, not legal advice. Go Backs is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.

AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response

Summary

What You Should Do

Immediately stop using the recalled Klein Tools digital clamp meters.

Check the front of your device for the brand name 'Klein Tools' and model numbers CL110, CL210, CL310, or the CL110KIT (note: only the meter inside the kit is affected).

Look at the back of the meter to verify the date code. Affected date codes are: 0815U-A1, 1015U-A1, 1115U-A1, 1215U-A1, 0116U-A1, 0216U-A1, and 0316U-A1.

Contact Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email ClampMeterRecall@kleintools.com to receive a postage-paid label to return your meter for a free replacement.

You can also visit www.kleintools.com and click on 'Safety Recall Information' at the bottom of the page for more details and to initiate the replacement process.

For additional safety questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Klein Tools to receive postage paid labels to return the clamp meters for free replacement units.

Affected Products

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter CL110

Model:

CL110

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter CL210

Model:

CL210

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter CL310

Model:

CL310

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Product: Klein Tools Digital Clamp Meter (from CL110KIT)

Model:

CL110KIT

Lot Numbers:

0815U-A1

1015U-A1

1115U-A1

1215U-A1

0116U-A1

0216U-A1

0316U-A1

Date Ranges: Sold between November 2015 and April 2016

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall ID: 16167

Status: Active

Sold By: Home Depot and other hardware stores, industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2015 through April 2016 for between $55 and $75.

Manufactured In: China

Units Affected: About 114,000 (in addition, 3,300 were sold in Canada and 3,750 in Mexico)

Distributed To: Nationwide

Importer: Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.

Agency Last Updated: May 19, 2016