Recalls / 2015-08-26
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Dremel Rotary Tool Due to Burn Hazard
15227 · Recalled 2015-08-26 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool with date codes 407 through 505. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate of the product, which is on the side opposite the Dremel logo. Products are dark gray with a silver label and blue control buttons and have 8V lithium ion batteries.
Hazards
The tool's circuit board can overheat and melt the tool's enclosure. If the tool is being held while overheating, it could present a risk of burn. Additionally, some tools may lose their speed control changing to high speed in use, turn on by themselves, or may not turn off, posing a personal injury hazard.
Reported injuries
Bosch Tool has received six reports from consumers of tools overheating. There are no reports of injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Robert Bosch Tool for information on a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool | About 93,000 (an additional 2750 sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Importer
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
- Distributor
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
- Made in
- Mexico
- Sold at
- Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Lowe's, Menards, other home improvement, hardware, major retailers nationwide, online including www.acehardware.com, www.amazon.com, www.homedepot.com, www.lowes.com, www.menards.com
Consumer contact
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. toll-free at 855-866-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.dremel.com and click on "Customer Service & Safety Information" for more information.
Source: CPSC recall 15227. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.