CPSC, Power Tool Manufacturers Announce Recall of Electric Drills
This recall was issued May 10, 2001.
- Posted
- May 10, 2001
- Recall Number
- 01150
- Quantity
- About 58,000
- 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 drills can continue to operate after the trigger is released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using these drills immediately and contact the tool manufacturer to receive a free tool repair.
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Incidents & Injuries
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. has received four reports of drill switches sticking in the on position and one report of a hand injury. DEWALT has received three reports of drill switches sticking in the on position but no reported injuries.