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Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Dremel Rotary Tool Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: August 26, 2015 Initiated: August 26, 2015 #15227

Product Description

This recall involves the Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool with date codes 407 through 505. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate of the product, which is on the side opposite the Dremel logo. Products are dark gray with a silver label and blue control buttons and have 8V lithium ion batteries.

Reason for Recall

The tool's circuit board can overheat and melt the tool's enclosure. If the tool is being held while overheating, it could present a risk of burn. Additionally, some tools may lose their speed control changing to high speed in use, turn on by themselves, or may not turn off, posing a personal injury hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact Robert Bosch Tool for information on a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 93,000 (an additional 2750 sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool with date codes 407 through 505. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate of the product, which is on the side opposite the Dremel logo. Products are dark gray with a silver label and blue control buttons and have 8V lithium ion batteries.. Recalled by Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.. Units affected: About 93,000 (an additional 2750 sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The tool's circuit board can overheat and melt the tool's enclosure. If the tool is being held while overheating, it could present a risk of burn. Additionally, some tools may lose their speed control changing to high speed in use, turn on by themselves, or may not turn off, posing a personal injury hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately contact Robert Bosch Tool for information on a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 26, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15227.