CPSC, Power Tool Manufacturers Announce Recall of Various Power Tools
This recall was issued October 17, 2000.
- Company
- Eaton Corp., Of Cleveland, Ohio
- Posted
- October 17, 2000
- Recall Number
- 01014
- Quantity
- About 180,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The switches on these power tools, which were manufactured by Eaton Corp, of Cleveland, Ohio, can stick. The tools can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using these power tools immediately and contact the tool manufacturer to receive a free replacement tool or tool repair.
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Incidents & Injuries
The firms have received one report of a Bosch drill switch sticking in the on position. No injuries have been reported.