Robert Bosch Tool · Recalled
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
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.
- Units
- About 91,000 (in addition, 18,000 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $50–$200
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product.
The file
- 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.
- Product type
- Power Workshop Grinders or Buffers or Polishers
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Incident log
The firm has received four reports of the grinders overheating. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.
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.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.