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Milwaukee Electric Tool 1/2" drills and DEWALT 1/2" Stud & Joist Drills

Published February 25, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 10, 2001

What's the hazard

The switches on these power tools, which were manufactured by Eaton Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio, can stick. The drills can continue to operate after the trigger is released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these drills immediately and contact the tool manufacturer to receive a free tool repair.

Recall details

Brand
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.
Manufacturer
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.
Distributor
Home center and hardware stores, industrial tool distributors, and factory service dealers sold these drills with the Eaton switches nationwide, from May 2000 to April 2001, for between $300 and $555.
Country
US
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