Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-11-23). Hazards: electric shock, injury. Models: HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L, 21-2. About 20,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11051 |
| Published | 2010-11-23 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Drills |
| Products | Bosch hammer drills |
| Firm named in the title | Robert Bosch Tool Corp. |
| Firms | Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Switzerland |
| Units (US) | 20,000 |
| Model numbers | HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L, 21-2 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and various distributors from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220. |
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.
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.
Incidents and injuries
None
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