Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-05-11 · 16158
Hazards
The grinder can overheat while in use, causing the brush covers to melt and expose the end of the brush holder, posing a risk of burns to the consumer.
Recall
Number
16158
Date
2016-05-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Bosch small angle grinders
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Lowe's, Menards, The Home Depot and other home improvement, hardware stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com and Menards.com from March 2015 through November 2015 for between $50 and $200, depending on the model and whether it was sold in a combination package with other tools.
Importer(s)
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Distributor(s)
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product.