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Recalled DEWALT 40-inch utility bar with pry end and board gripping end
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Affected model numbers
Why it was recalled
The utility bar can break while being used for prying, posing an injury hazard to the user.
56
Incident reports to the firm
1
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports
DeWALT has received at least 56 reports of the utility bars breaking, including four reports of injured users.
The official remedy
Remedy type: refund
01
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility bars and contact DEWALT for a gift card worth the full purchase price.
Product and sales details
UnitsAbout 145,000
Made inMexico
Sold atThe Home Depot and other hardware stores nationwide, and online at www.amazon.com and other online retailers
Sales periodDecember 2015 – March 2019
Price$30 to $40
How to reach the firm
Phone
866-937-9805
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; e-mail at recall@sbdinc
Email
recall@sbdinc.com
Recall page
www.dewalt.com
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