CPSC recall 00117a, announced June 1, 2000, covers BOSCH Angle Grinders (about 920 units). Some grinders were shipped without the side handle, which is used to control and guide the tool. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and check to see if the side handle is missing. Recall contact: call (800) 241-3848.
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
The model number is on the side of the grinder, near the BOSCH name.
Which products are included?
The BOSCH Angle Grinders are often used to sand or polish marble or metal. The recalled grinders bear model 1752G7. The model number is on the side of the grinder, near the BOSCH name. The grinder is mainly teal blue and gray with a black power cord. The grinder was made in Germany.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Some grinders were shipped without the side handle, which is used to control and guide the tool. Use of the grinder without the side handle can cause consumers to lose control of the tool and be injured.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and check to see if the side handle is missing. If so, call S-B Power Tool to get the free side handle for the grinder.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BOSCH Angle
- Recall number
- 00117a
- Units
- About 920
- Manufactured in
- Germany
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandise, hardware and home center stores nationwide sold the grinder, from February 2000 through April 2000, for about $150.
- Importer
- S-B Power Tool Co., of Chicago, Ill.
BOSCH Angle Grinders
CPSC product type: Sanders/Grinders & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may call S-B Power Tool at (800) 241-3848 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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