DEWALT Recalls Framing Nailers Due to Serious Injury Hazard
DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing Nailers
Date of Recall
2009-06-25CPSC Release Number
09-256Manufactured In
MexicoCompany Phone Number
(877) 437-7181Units
About 9,000Distributor
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.Sold By
Wholesale distributors and retailers nationwide from January 2008 through September 2008 for about $280.Problem/Hazard
The bump action trigger on the framing nailers could have been incorrectly assembled during production, which would allow the nailer to eject a fastener unexpectedly or cause the trigger lock-off not to function. This can pose a serious injury hazard to the user or bystander.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
DEWALT framing nailers with model numbers and date codes listed below:Model Number | Description | Date Code Range |
---|---|---|
D51825 | Clipped Head Framing Nailer | 20080249-20082749 |
D51850 | Full Round Head Framing Nailer | 20080249-20082749 |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the framing nailers and contact DEWALT for instructions on receiving a free replacement bump action trigger.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact DEWALT toll-free at (877) 437-7181 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.DEWALT.comRecall Comments
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