Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Bosch Hammer Drills recall: Electrical Shock Hazard
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Why was Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Bosch Hammer Drills recalled?
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.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair. 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
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Bosch hammer drills
- Company
- Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois
- Quantity
- About 20,000 units
- Sold at
- Home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and various distributors from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220.
- Recall date
- November 23, 2010
- Incidents / injuries
- None
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
Bosch 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drill with model number HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L and 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drills with model number HD 21-2 are included in this recall. "BOSCH" is printed in red lettering on the side of the drills.