CPSC2016-05-11
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Hazard
The grinder can overheat while in use, causing the brush covers to melt and expose the end of the brush holder, posing a risk of burns to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.
Sold at
Lowe's, Menards, The Home Depot and other home improvement, hardware stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com and Menards.com from March 2015 through November 2015 for between $50 and $200, depending on the model and whether it was sold in a combination package with other tools.
Affected count
About 91,000 (in addition, 18,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received four reports of the grinders overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Bosch small angle grinders
Consumer contact
Robert Bosch Tool toll-free at 844-552-6724 Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, or online at www.BoschTools.com and then click on Important Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Robert-Bosch-Tool-Recalls-GrindersDon't want to check this manually?
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