Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns

Active Recall Announced May 11, 2016 CPSC #16158

Quick answer

Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns is CPSC recall #16158, announced on May 11, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.. Affected brand: Robert Bosch Tool Corp..

Hazard

This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product.

Affected products

Bosch small angle grinders

Recalled brands

Robert Bosch Tool Corp.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.

Recall date

May 11, 2016

Categories

Power Workshop Grinders or Buffers or Polishers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #16158?

CPSC recall #16158 covers Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 11, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product.

What is the remedy for recall #16158?

The CPSC remedy for recall #16158 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Robert-Bosch-Tool-Recalls-Grinders. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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