CPSC2010-11-23
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois
Hazard
The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. In addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the "on" position posing an injury hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.
Sold at
Home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and various distributors from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220.
Affected count
About 20,000 units
Injuries reported
None
Manufactured in
Switzerland
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Bosch hammer drills
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Bosch toll-free at (866) 244-2110 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.Boschtools.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Robert-Bosch-Tool-Corp-Recalls-Bosch-Hammer-Drills-Due-to-Electrical-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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