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CPSCRecalled Nov 1, 2018 · #19027

Black & Decker Recalls Hammer Drills Due to Injury Hazard

Hazard

The side handle sold with the drill can slip or break, leading to a loss of control of the tool, posing an injury hazard

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Description

This recall involves side handles supplied with Porter-Cable brand model PC70THD ½ Inch VSR 2-Speed Hammer Drills, Black & Decker brand model DR560 ½ Inch Drill/Drivers, and Bostitch brand models BTE140 and BTE141 ½ Inch Hammer Drills. The side handles are black plastic and attach to the drill to help provide stability. The Porter-Cable hammer drills are gray with red accents, the Black & Decker drill/drivers are orange with black accents, and the Bostich hammer drills are yellow with black accents. Product Name Model Number Porter-Cable ½ Inch VSR 2-Speed Hammer Drill PC70THD Black & Decker ½ Inch Drill/Driver DR560 Bostitch ½ Inch Hammer Drill BTE140 and BTE141

Product details

Product
Black & Decker, Bostitch and Porter-Cable Hammer Drills and Drill Drivers
Type
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
PC70THD, DR560, BTE140, BTE141
UPCs
Sold at
The Home Depot, Lowe's, major home and hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and other online retailers from January 2010 through July 2018 for between $50 and $100
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the drills and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement side handle

View the official CPSC notice