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Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns

Date: May 11, 2016
Company: Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair. Options: Repair

Affected Products

This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product.

Why Was This Recalled?

The grinder can overheat while in use, causing the brush covers to melt and expose the end of the brush holder, posing a risk of burns to the consumer.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.

Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill. has 5 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report