Bosch hammer drills

CPSC Recall #11-051 — November 22, 2010

Recall #11-051 Date: November 22, 2010 Remedy: Repair

Product

Bosch hammer drills

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.

Incidents / Injuries

None

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.

Units Affected

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.

Importer

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois

Manufactured In

Switzerland