Robert Bosch Tool Corp. · Recalled
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock 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.
- Units
- About 20,000 units
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $140–$220
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and various distributors from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220.
- Product type
- Drills
- Made in
- Switzerland
- Recalled by
- Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois
Incident log
None
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.
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
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated NOV 23 2010; last revised JUL 08 2016.
