On April 20, 2023, Stanley Black & Decker issued a recall for their DeWALT Stanley and Craftsman Fiberglass Sledgehammers. According to the recall, number 23-183, the head of the sledgehammers can loosen prematurely and detach unexpectedly during use. This poses an impact risk to users. The recall affects about 2.2 units in the U.S.
The recall specifically involves the DeWALT, Stanley FATMAX, and Craftsman Fiberglass Sledgehammers. The sledgehammers weigh between 2 and 12 pounds each and are between 14” and 36” in length depending on the model.
The DeWALT sledgehammers are yellow and black; the Stanley sledgehammers are yellow and black; the Craftsman sledgehammers are red and black. Each of the sledgehammers have the brand name written on the handle. The model numbers on the DeWALT and Craftsman sledgehammers can be found on the hammer head. The model numbers on the Stanley sledgehammers can be found on a sticker on the product handle.
The affected model numbers include the following:
- DWHT56141 – 2lb Fiberglass Drilling Hammer
- DWHT56142 – 3lb Fiberglass Drilling Hammer
- DWHT56143 – 2-1/2 lb Fiberglass Engineering Hammer
- DWHT56146 – 2-1/2 lb Fiberglass Blacksmith Hammer
- DWHT56147 – 4lb Fiberglass Blacksmith Hammer
- DWHT56148 – 4lb Fiberglass Engineering Hammer
- DWHT56024 – 4lb Drilling Sledgehammer – hollow handle
- DWHT56025 – 4lb BS Sledgehammer – hollow handle
- DWHT56026 – 4lb ENG Sledgehammer – hollow handle
- DWHT56027 – 6lb Sledgehammer – hollow handle
- DWHT56029 – 10lb Sledge 36″Hammer – hollow handle
- DWHT56030 – 12lb Sledgehammer – hollow handle
- CMHT54163 – 4 LB Engineering Hammer
- CMHT56006 – 3 LB Drilling Hammer
- CMHT56011 – 8 LB Sledgehammer
- CMHT56019 – 10 LB Sledgehammer
- FMHT51297 – 4 LB Engineer Hammer
- FMHT51298 – 4 LB Blacksmith Hammer
- FMHT51308 – 3 LB Drilling Hammer
- FMHT56006 – 3 LB Drilling Hammer
- FMHT56008 – 4 LB Blacksmith Hammer
- FMHT56009 – 4 LB Engineer Hammer
- FMHT56010 – 6 LB FATMAX Sledgehammer
- FMHT56011 – 8 LB FATMAX Sledgehammer
- FMHT56019 – 10 LB FATMAX Sledgehammer
The products were sold at ACE Hardware, The Home Depot, and other hardware stores nationwide and online via Amazon.com, AceHardware.com, Homedepot.com, and other online retailers from November 2013 to November 2022 for prices ranging from $18 to $26.
According to the recall, there have been over 190 reports of the product’s head detaching; two of these reports involved injuries to the consumer’s face and head.
The company is urging all affected consumers to stop using the recalled sledgehammers and contact them for further instructions on how to receive a refund for the product. However, if you or a loved one suffered injuries associated with the recalled sledgehammers, it is important that you do not accept a refund. Instead, you should explore the legal options available to you – you could have the right to sue.
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Injuries Associated with the Defective Fiberglass Sledgehammers
As explained above, the head of the sledgehammers can loosen and detach during use. Reported incidents included injuries to the face and to the head. Without a doubt, the defective sledgehammer poses a significant risk to users and to anyone nearby. Unsuspecting parties can suffer facial injuries (including broken teeth and broken nose), head injuries (including concussions and traumatic brain injuries), fractures, crushing injuries (including crushed foot and crushed toes), etc. Without a doubt, the injuries that could occur as a result of the defective product could be significant. If you or a loved one suffered harm associated with the recalled sledgehammers, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
What to do if You are Injured by a Recalled Sledgehammer
If you or a loved one were injured by a defective sledgehammer, you could have the right to file a lawsuit against the product manufacturer under the concept of product liability. You might be wondering what steps to take. Consider the following recommended steps:
- Take photos of all visible injuries and the scene of the incident
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible
- Contact the company to report the incident and the harm suffered
- Do not agree to a refund
- Do not agree to return the product
- Do not agree to a free repair
- Collect all relevant medical records
- Collect all relevant records of lost income
- Seek legal assistance as soon as possible with a recall lawyer
Can I File a Class Action Lawsuit?
Is there a class action lawsuit? How can I join/be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case? Class action claims and mass torts claims are common when it comes to defective product claims, as many consumers can be harmed in very similar ways. If a class action lawsuit already exists, then you will need to reach out to a class action lawyer that will handle things to ensure that you are included in the class action claim. For more information about whether you could participate in a class action lawsuit, contact the experts here at our law firm today.
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Here at the Normandie Law Firm, we have decades of experience handling all sorts of injury claims, including product liability injury claims and class action lawsuits. We offer free legal services, which include free case evaluations, more specifically free consultations and free second opinions. Whether you are looking to start or continue your recall claim against Stanley Black & Decker, you can trust that our team is ready to go above it all to fight for your rights and get you the settlement that you are owed. We offer a Zero-Fee guarantee, meaning that our clients will never be required to pay upfront legal fees for any of our legal services. In addition, our legal team works on contingency; therefore, our clients will not be required to pay absolutely anything unless they win their claims.
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