In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Black & Decker Inc. voluntarily is recalling 265,000 cordless drills/drivers. The 18-volt drill’s switch can malfunction and overheat, posing the possibility of a fire hazard to consumers. Black & Decker has received 20 reports of melting, smoking or fires in the drills, and two people have suffered minor burns. The recalled drills/drivers are orange or jade and have the words “Black & Decker” printed on the body of the drill. They have the following model numbers and date codes: model number CD1800, with the date codes 20011952 through 20020652, with an orange color; model number PS3700 with the date codes 973652 through 983052, with a jade color; model number PS3725 with the date codes 20003852 through 20013652 with a jade color; and PS3750 with the date codes 20002454 through 20005252, with a jade color. The model number is printed on the nameplate on the side of the drill and the date code, on the bottom of the handle where the battery is inserted. The drills/drivers were sold at mass merchandisers, home centers and hardware stores nationwide from September 1997 through February 2002. Cost was between $50 and $80. The drills/drivers were sold separately and as part of various tool kits. Consumers should stop using the tools immediately, remove the batteries and contact Black & Decker at 866-821-5444 to receive a free repair. For more information, contact Black & Decker through its Web site at www.blackanddecker.com .

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