CPSCMay 10, 2001consumer
CPSC, Power Tool Manufacturers Announce Recall of Electric Drills
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The switches on these power tools, which were manufactured by Eaton Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio, can stick. The drills can continue to operate after the trigger is released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these drills immediately and contact the tool manufacturer to receive a free tool repair.
Brands named
milwaukee electric tooldewalt industrial tooleatonmilwaukeecpsccpsc power
Recall history
Other federal recalls tied to the same brand — a factual pattern, straight from the source data.
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- CPSCGenerac Power Systems Expands Recall of Generac and DR Power Electric Start Pressure Washers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Hazard; Includes Additional Models2026-05-14
- CPSCGenerac Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards2026-04-16
- CPSCFengrong Tool Recalls Pressure Washers Due to Serious Risk of Injury or Death from Shock and Electrocution Hazards2026-04-16
- CPSCCCCEI Brand Power Strips Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire; Sold by Middle Way Electronics2026-03-26
- CPSCNorthern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard2026-01-29
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