Recall #09-256 · Published June 25, 2009

DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing Nailers

DEWALT Recalls Framing Nailers Due to Serious Injury Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing Nailers from DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing on June 25, 2009. CPSC identifies this hazard: The bump action trigger on the framing nailers could have been incorrectly assembled during production, which would allow the nailer to eject a fastener unexpectedly or cause the trigger lock-off not to function. This can pose a serious injury hazard to the user or bystander. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the framing nailers and contact DEWALT for instructions on receiving a free replacement bump action trigger.

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Additional identifying details

DEWALT framing nailers with model numbers and date codes listed below: Model Number Description Date Code Range D51825 Clipped Head Framing Nailer 20080249-20082749 D51850 Full Round Head Framing Nailer 20080249-20082749 The model number and date code are printed on the nailers (see photographs).

Why it was recalled

The bump action trigger on the framing nailers could have been incorrectly assembled during production, which would allow the nailer to eject a fastener unexpectedly or cause the trigger lock-off not to function. This can pose a serious injury hazard to the user or bystander.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the framing nailers and contact DEWALT for instructions on receiving a free replacement bump action trigger.

Product and sales details

Recall number
09-256
Units
About 9,000
Manufactured in
Mexico
Distributor
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.

DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing Nailers

CPSC product type: Nailers

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact DEWALT toll-free at (877) 437-7181 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.DEWALT.com

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