Recall #00117a · Published June 1, 2000

BOSCH Angle Grinders

Grinders Recalled by S-B Power Tool

CPSC published a recall notice for BOSCH Angle Grinders from BOSCH Angle on June 1, 2000. CPSC identifies this hazard: Some grinders were shipped without the side handle, which is used to control and guide the tool. Use of the grinder without the side handle can cause consumers to lose control of the tool and be injured. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and check to see if the side handle is missing. If so, call S-B Power Tool to get the free side handle for the grinder.

Recalled BOSCH Angle Grinder
Recalled BOSCH Angle Grinder
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Affected model numbers

1752G7
Additional identifying details

The model number is on the side of the grinder, near the BOSCH name.

Why it was recalled

Some grinders were shipped without the side handle, which is used to control and guide the tool. Use of the grinder without the side handle can cause consumers to lose control of the tool and be injured.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and check to see if the side handle is missing. If so, call S-B Power Tool to get the free side handle for the grinder.

Product and sales details

Recall number
00117a
Units
About 920
Manufactured in
Germany
Sold at / sales period
Mass merchandise, hardware and home center stores nationwide sold the grinder, from February 2000 through April 2000, for about $150.
Importer
S-B Power Tool Co., of Chicago, Ill.

BOSCH Angle Grinders

CPSC product type: Sanders/Grinders & Accessories

Recall contact information

Consumers may call S-B Power Tool at (800) 241-3848 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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