Recalls / 2007-12-20

DeWALT Recalls Cordless Drills due to Fire Hazard

08143 · Recalled 2007-12-20 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves DEWALT individual cordless drills listed below: Model Number Description Date Codes DC920 Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2" (13mm) 18 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver 200723 through 200742 DC930 Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2" (13mm) 14.4 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver 200625 through 200746 DC935 Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2" (13mm) 14.4 Volt Cordless Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver 200627 through 200746 DC936 Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2" (13mm) 14.4 Volt Cordless Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver 200635 through 200746 DC940 Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2" (13mm) 12 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver 200635 through 200746 The model number is printed on a sticker on the side of the unit. The date code is embossed on the bottom of the unit. Units stamped with an "M" following the date code have been repaired and are not included in this recall. The packaging of repaired drills has a green dot sticker near the UPC label.

Hazards

The trigger switch of the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

DEWALT has received 11 reports of trigger switches overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the drills immediately and contact DEWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and, if necessary, free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
DEWALT Cordless Drills		About 346,000

Parties

Manufacturer: DEWALT Industrial Tool Company
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Wholesale distributors, retailers, $280.

Consumer contact

Call DEWALT toll-free at (888) 742-9168 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit firm's Web site at www.DEWALT.com

Source: CPSC recall 08143. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.