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1802M

This model number appears in one official CPSC recall notice for household products. Latest recall published October 14, 2010.

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Recall #11-009 · Published October 14, 2010

Ryobi Model HP 1802M Cordless Power Drills

CPSC published a recall notice for Ryobi Model HP 1802M Cordless Power Drills from Ryobi Technologies Inc. on October 14, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: The switch on the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drill, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Ryobi to receive a free replacement drill.

Why it was recalled

The switch on the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drill, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Ryobi to receive a free replacement drill.

Remedy type: Replace

Recall published
October 14, 2010
Units
About 455,000
Sold at / sales period
Home Depot from January 2001 to July 2003 for about $100.