Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The products involved are DeWALT laser distance measurers Recalled by STANLEY BLACK & DECKER INC. Due to The products are labeled as Class II lasers....

Date: November 21, 2019
Company: STANLEY BLACK & DECKER INC.
Status: Ongoing
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact STANLEY BLACK & DECKER INC. directly.

Affected Products

The products involved are DeWALT laser distance measurers, model numbers DW0165, DW0165S, DW0330S and Stanley Fatmax FMHT77506. These products were produced for DeWALT and Stanley by a contract manufacturer.

Quantity: 13917

Why Was This Recalled?

The products are labeled as Class II lasers. However, the level of laser radiation emitted by the distributed products may exceed the limit (1 mW) established for Class II lasers. These products would be more appropriately classified into laser Class IIIa (IEC Laser Class IIIR).

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About STANLEY BLACK & DECKER INC.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report