CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Swingline Announce Recall of Rechargeable Staplers
Published: October 17, 2002Recall ID: 03017Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
If a consumer inadvertently releases the spring-loaded staple magazine while holding the stapler close to his/her face, there is a risk of injury from a fully loaded magazine striking a consumer in the face.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled cordless stapler is silver and black and comes with a black charger and charger base. The stapler, charger, and charger base have the name "Swingline" printed on them. The stapler's model number, 48201, as well as the words "Made in China," are stamped on the battery cover on the bottom of the stapler. If the battery cover has the letter "S" in the upper right corner, then the stapler is not included in the recall.
Affected Products
Rechargeable Staplers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Swingline-Announce-Recall-of-Rechargeable-Staplers |
| Title | CPSC, Swingline Announce Recall of Rechargeable Staplers |
| Hazards › Name | If a consumer inadvertently releases the spring-loaded staple magazine while holding the stapler close to his/her face, there is a risk of injury from a fully loaded magazine striking a consumer in the face. |
| Injuries › Name | Swingline has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. |
| Products › Name | Rechargeable Staplers |
| Products › Type | Staplers |
| Products › Category I D | 2151 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 11,100 |
| Recall I D | 2303 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using these staplers immediately and contact Swingline for a free replacement. |
| Importers › Name | Swingline, a division of Acco Brands Inc., of Lincolnshire, Ill. |
| Retailers › Name | Office supply retailers nationwide sold the staplers, from June 2002 through September 2002, for about $75. |
| Recall Date | 2002-10-17T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled cordless stapler is silver and black and comes with a black charger and charger base. The stapler, charger, and charger base have the name "Swingline" printed on them. The stapler's model number, 48201, as well as the words "Made in China," are stamped on the battery cover on the bottom of the stapler. If the battery cover has the letter "S" in the upper right corner, then the stapler is not included in the recall. |
| Recall Number | 03017 |
| Consumer Contact | Contact Swingline at (800) 820-6220 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-04-30T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |