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CPSC, Ryobi Technologies, Inc. Announce Recall of Hammer Drills

Reported: May 9, 2002 Initiated: May 9, 2002 #02157

Product Description

Only RYOBI brand hammer drills with model number HD501 are included in the recall. Model number HD501K may appear on the packaging of this product. "RYOBI" and the model number appear on the side of the drill. The drills have blue plastic housings, black triggers with yellow lock-on buttons, and yellow/orange gear-shift dials on the side. The drills are equipped with an accessory front-end handle that includes a depth gauge, and were sold in a gray plastic case.

Reason for Recall

The on-off trigger can stick, or the lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the hammer drills immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 6,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Ryobi-Technologies-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Hammer-Drills-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Only RYOBI brand hammer drills with model number HD501 are included in the recall. Model number HD501K may appear on the packaging of this product. "RYOBI" and the model number appear on the side of the drill. The drills have blue plastic housings, black triggers with yellow lock-on buttons, and yellow/orange gear-shift dials on the side. The drills are equipped with an accessory front-end handle that includes a depth gauge, and were sold in a gray plastic case.. Recalled by Ryobi Technologies, Inc. (RTI), of Anderson, S.C.. Units affected: About 6,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The on-off trigger can stick, or the lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the hammer drills immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 9, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02157.

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