"Was Bosch hammer drills recalled?"

Q: "Was Bosch hammer drills recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #11051 was issued on 2010-11-23. The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. In addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the \"on\" position posing an injury hazard to the user."

Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Source: CPSC Recall #11051

Recall Date

2010-11-23

Manufacturer

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois

Units Affected

About 20,000 units

Products Involved

Bosch hammer drills

Hazard

The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. In addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the "on" position posing an injury hazard to the user.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.

Reported Injuries

None

Sold At

Home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and various distributors from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220.

Manufactured In

Switzerland

Full Recall Description

Bosch 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drill with model number HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L and 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drills with model number HD 21-2 are included in this recall. "BOSCH" is printed in red lettering on the side of the drills.

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Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28