Bosch small angle grinders
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. [Learn More]
About 91,000 (in addition, 18,000 were sold in Canada) units were affected by this recall.
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
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Bosch small angle grinders Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 05/11/2016 |
| Recall ID | 6725 |
| Recall Number | 16158 |
| Product Type | Power Workshop Grinders or Buffers or Polishers |
| Hazard | 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. |
| Injuries | The firm has received four reports of the grinders overheating. No injuries have been reported. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair. |
| Remedy Option | Repair |
| Contact | Robert Bosch Tool toll-free at 844-552-6724 Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, or online at www.BoschTools.com and then click on Important Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Updated | 05/11/2016 |
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