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

Published May 10, 2001

Summary

CPSC records recall 01150, published May 10, 2001. Recalling firm: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.; Reported units: About 58,000.

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.

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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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Questions about this recall

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

Yes. CPSC published recall 01150 on May 10, 2001. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?

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

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)