Approximately 3,800 Klein Tools and Blackfire portable rechargeable power stations are being recalled due to overheating risks. The internal inverter boards inside these units can overheat during use, which can lead to fire and burn hazards for consumers. Klein Tools has received four reports of these units overheating, although no battery fires or injuries have been reported to date. These 1500W power stations, which contain large lithium-ion battery packs, were sold at industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers across the country between November 2021 and November 2023 for approximately $1,300.
The internal inverter boards within the power stations can overheat while the device is operating. This failure mechanism poses a direct risk of fire and can cause burn injuries to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations and return the recalled Blackfire and Klein Tools power stations to their original place of purchase. Klein Tools is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Includes built-in 983Wh lithium-ion battery pack, four 120V outlets, six USB ports, and a 12V car port.
Includes built-in 983Wh lithium-ion battery pack, four 120V outlets, six USB ports, and a 12V car port.
Recalled Klein Tools KTB1000 Portable Rechargeable Power Station
Recalled Blackfire PAC1000 Portable Rechargeable Power Station
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.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response