Type 1 Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels
CPSC Recall #05-046 - November 14, 2004
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 05-046 |
| Recall Date | November 14, 2004 |
| Remedy Type | Replace |
| Manufacturer | Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mt. Prospect, Ill. |
| Manufactured In | Bulgaria and Germany |
Where It Was Sold
| Industrial Distributors or hardware stores nationwide from September 2003 to August 2004. The wheels cost between $3 and $5 for the 2-1/2-inch to 4-inch diameter sizes and $10 to $20 for the 12-inch diameter wheels. |
Product
Type 1 Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mt. Prospect, Ill. is voluntarily recalling about 6,400 type 1 abrasive cut-off wheels. These abrasive cut-off wheels do not have correct speed rating labels. If used at the labeled speed rating, the wheels can burst, causing possible injury to user and bystanders.Name of product: Type 1 Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels Units: About 6,400Manufacturer: Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mt. Prospect, Ill.Hazard: These abrasive cut-off wheels do not have correct speed rating labels. If used at the labeled speed rating, the wheels can burst, causing possible injury to user and bystanders. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The wheels were sold under the "BOSCH" brand name under the following catalog numbers:Catalog NumbersDescription261091799412-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for cutting stainless steel in stationary machines261091799612-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for metal cutting in portable machines with 1-inch arbor261091799812-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for metal cutting in portable machines with 1-inch arbor261091800012-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for concrete/masonry in portable machines with 1-inch arbor261091800212-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for concrete/masonry in portable machines with 20mm arbor261091800412-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for asphalt/green concrete for portable machines with 1" arbor261091800612-inch type 1 abrasive cut off wheel intended for asphalt/green concrete for portable machines with 20mm arbor26109180093-1/16-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 3/8-inch arbor26109180104-1/16-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 3/8-inch arbor26109180112-1/2-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 3/8-inch arbor26109180122-1/2-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 1/4-inch arbor26109180133-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 3/8-inch arbor26109180143-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 1/4-inch arbor26109180154-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 3/8-inch arbor26109180164-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 1/4-inch arbor26109180174-inch by .045-inch AL Oxide metal cutting wheel, 5/8-inch arborThe recalled 12-inch-diameter wheels can be identified by a stamped expiration date in the metal center ring of "V 6/2007" or before. Expiration date "V 7/2007" and after are not included in this recall. The smaller wheels (2-1/2-inch to 4-inch diameters) under this recall will state "Made in Bulgaria." The replacement smaller wheels will state "made in Canada," and are not affected by this recall. Sold at: Industrial Distributors or hardware stores nationwide from September 2003 to August 2004. The wheels cost between $3 and $5 for the 2-1/2-inch to 4-inch diameter sizes and $10 to $20 for the 12-inch diameter wheels. Manufactured in: Small diameter wheels were made in Bulgaria, and 12-inch diameter wheels were made in Germany. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled wheels immediately and contact Bosch for return and replacement instructions. Consumer Contact: Call Bosch Power Tool at (800) 351-5813 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.Boschtools.com.
Hazard
These abrasive cut-off wheels do not have correct speed rating labels. If used at the labeled speed rating, the wheels can burst, causing possible injury to user and bystanders.
Incidents & Injuries
None reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should stop using the recalled wheels immediately and contact Bosch for return and replacement instructions.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Replace at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly, either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Replace) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product, whether recalled or not, you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney, parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.