Canadian Tire voluntarily recalls Mastercraft 18V battery charger

TORONTO, Feb. 26 /CNW/ - Canadian Tire is voluntarily recalling the Mastercraft three hour battery charger, No.54-2973, sold with the Mastercraft 18V Cordless Drill kits and combo kits (Canadian Tire product No.'s 54-2973 and 54-2772). It has been determined that the drill charger may overheat, posing a safety concern. The kits were available at Canadian Tire stores from the years 2000-2009.

There have been reported incidents of minor property damage. As a result, customers are asked to immediately discontinue the use of these products.

Customers should contact Techtronic Industries, toll-free at 1-800-597-9624, for information on having the replacement charger shipped to them at no cost.

For further information: Joanne Elson, Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited, [phone], [email protected]