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Recalled Black & Decker DR560 Drill/Driver without the affected side handles
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Affected model numbers
Why it was recalled
The side handle sold with the drill can slip or break, leading to a loss of control of the tool, posing an injury hazard
11
Incident reports to the firm
1
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports
Black & Decker has received 11 reports of side handles slipping or breaking and one report of a torn rotator cuff injury
The official remedy
Remedy type: replace
01
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the drills and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement side handle
Product and sales details
UnitsAbout 641,000 (in addition, about 18,000 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atThe Home Depot, Lowe's, major home and hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and other online retailers
Sales periodJanuary 2010 – July 2018
Price$50 to $100
Category
Power tools
How to reach the firm
Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.