CPSC, Ryobi Technologies, Inc. Announce Recall of Hammer Drills
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-05-09). Models: HD501, HD501K. About 6,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02157 |
| Published | 2002-05-09 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-12 |
| Product category | Drills & Bits |
| Products | RYOBI brand hammer drills |
| Firm named in the title | Ryobi Technologies, Inc. |
| Firms | Ryobi Technologies, Inc. (RTI), of Anderson, S.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 6,000 |
| Model numbers | HD501, HD501K |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Home improvement retailers sold the hammer drills nationwide, from late December 2001 through January 2002, for about $50. |
Description
Only RYOBI brand hammer drills with model number HD501 are included in the recall. Model number HD501K may appear on the packaging of this product. "RYOBI" and the model number appear on the side of the drill. The drills have blue plastic housings, black triggers with yellow lock-on buttons, and yellow/orange gear-shift dials on the side. The drills are equipped with an accessory front-end handle that includes a depth gauge, and were sold in a gray plastic case.
Hazard
The on-off trigger can stick, or the lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the hammer drills immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and RTI have not received any reports of injuries or incidents involving these hammer drills. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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