Recall 02-157, published May 9, 2002
RYOBI brand hammer drills
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
HD501KOnly RYOBI brand hammer drills with model number HD501 are included in the recall.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The on-off trigger can stick, or the lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the hammer drills immediately and return them to the place where purchased to receive a full refund.
- Brand
- RYOBI hammer
- Recall published
- May 9, 2002
- Category
- Power Tools
- Units
- About 6,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Home improvement retailers sold the hammer drills nationwide, from late December 2001 through January 2002, for about $50.
