The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08143·Announced 2007-12-20

DeWALT Recalls Cordless Drills Due to Trigger Switch Fire Hazard

DeWALT is recalling approximately 346,000 cordless drills because the trigger switch can overheat, posing a fire hazard. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard (risk-of-harm product) where no injuries or property damage have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

DeWALT Industrial Tool Company is recalling approximately 346,000 individual cordless drills due to a fire hazard. The trigger switch of the affected cordless drills can overheat, posing a fire risk to consumers. DeWALT has received 11 reports of trigger switches overheating, but no injuries or property damage have been reported.

The recall involves specific models of DeWALT Heavy-Duty XRP cordless drills and hammerdrills, including models DC920, DC930, DC935, DC936, and DC940. These units were sold through wholesale distributors and retailers from about June 2006 through December 2007 for between $180 and $280. The model number is printed on a sticker on the side of the unit, and the date code is embossed on the bottom. Units stamped with an "M" following the date code have been repaired and are not included in this recall.

Consumers should stop using the drills immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and, if necessary, a free repair. DeWALT can be reached toll-free at (888) 742-9168 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by visiting www.DEWALT.com.

The recalled product

Product
DEWALT Cordless Drills
Manufacturer
DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
346,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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