NOTE: This recall was previously announced independently on January 10, 2019 by the firm due to the government furlough.
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Recalled drill, the DWD110 and DWD112 drills are similar in appearance. Consumers should check the label to determine their specific drill. -
Recalled DWD112 Drill showing location of model number and date code. The date code pictured is not within the recall range.
The drill’s wiring can contact internal moving parts, posing a shock hazard.
DeWALT toll-free at 855-752-5259 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at recall@sbdinc.com or online at www.dewalt.com and click on Service and Support then Safety Recall Notice for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves the D e WALT DWD110 and DWD112 3/8-inch variable speed reversing drills. The drills are yellow with black accents and have a power cable connected at one end. Only drills with date codes 2017-37-FY through 2018-22-FY are affected. If the drill is marked with an “X” after the date code it has already been inspected and is not affected. The model number is located on a label on the right side of the drill. The date code is etched into the body of the drill below the label. Consumers whose drill does not have a date code, or who cannot locate the date code should contact the company.
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Product Name |
UPC |
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D e WALT DWD110 |
885911037518 |
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D e WALT DWD112 |
885911057319 |
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and contact DeWALT to schedule a free inspection and repair.
None reported
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