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Medium RiskCPSC
Tools & Hardware/Hand Tools

Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard

Agency Publication Date: June 9, 2021
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Summary

Klein Tools is recalling approximately 1,690,000 Non-Contact Voltage Testers (Model NCVT-1) sold individually and in various tool kits. These testers feature a yellow body with a tinted gray tip and were sold nationwide at Home Depot and electrical wholesalers between January 2020 and March 2021. The recall was issued because the on/off button can remain depressed, causing the tool to fail to detect live voltage and potentially leading to electrical shock.

Risk

The power button can malfunction and remain depressed, preventing the tester from properly detecting live electrical sources. Klein Tools has received two reports of malfunctions, including one incident resulting in a shock injury.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled Klein Tools NCVT-1 voltage testers.
  2. Check the model number and date code to see if your tool is affected: Look for model 'NCVT-1' on the top of the unit above the brand name, and verify if the date code printed on the bottom ends in 'H7'.
  3. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.
  4. Contact Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ncvt1support@kleintools.com or visit www.kleintools.com and click on 'Safety Recall Information' at the bottom of the page.
  5. For further questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled non-contact voltage testers and contact Klein Tools for instructions on receiving a free replacement tool.

Contact: Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ncvt1support@kleintools.com or online at www.kleintools.com and click on "Safety Recall Information"at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: NCVT1 Non-Contact Voltage Tester
Model:
NCVT1
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: NCVT1SEN Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Sensormatic Tag
Model:
NCVT1SEN
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: NCVT1EP Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Econo. Pack - Bubble Bag)
Model:
NCVT1EP
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: NCVT1A Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Asian Packaging)
Model:
NCVT1A
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: NCVT1E Non-Contact Voltage Tester (European Packaging)
Model:
NCVT1E
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: 69149 KIT, 3PC, Multimeter Test Kit (Retail Clam Shell)
Model:
69149
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: 80018 KIT, 4PC, Residential Electrical Tool Kit
Model:
80018
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: 80023 KIT, 3PC, Home Inspector Moisture Meter Kit
Model:
80023
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: MPZ00001 KIT, 2PC, Pliers + NCVT1 Tester
Model:
MPZ00001
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021
Product: MPZ00052R KIT, 3PC, Stripper/Cutter + NCVT1 Tester + RT210 GFCI Tester
Model:
MPZ00052R
Lot Numbers:
H7
Date Ranges: January 2020 - March 2021

Product Images

Recalled Klein Tools Non-contact Voltager Testers NCVT-1

Recalled Klein Tools Non-contact Voltager Testers NCVT-1

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 21150
Status: Active
Sold By: The Home Depot stores and industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and some hardware stores nationwide from January 2020 through March 2021 for about $17 (for units sold separately) and about $40-$68 (for kits).
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 1,690,000 (In addition, about 67,800 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.
Contact: Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at ncvt1support@kleintools.com or online at www.kleintools.com and click on "Safety Recall Information"at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: June 9, 2021

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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 ยท Raw API Response