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DEWALT Recalls Framing Nailers Due to Serious Injury Hazard

  • Model number location
  • Date code identification
  • Units stamped with a "T" are not affected
Name of Product:
DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing Nailers
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.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
June 25, 2009
Units:

About 9,000

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.com.

Recall Details

Description:

DEWALT framing nailers with model numbers and date codes listed below:

Model NumberDescriptionDate Code Range
D51825Clipped Head Framing Nailer20080249-20082749
D51850Full Round Head Framing Nailer20080249-20082749
Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the framing nailers and contact DEWALT for instructions on receiving a free replacement bump action trigger.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Wholesale distributors and retailers nationwide from January 2008 through September 2008 for about $280.
Distributor(s):
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Manufactured In:
Mexico
Recall number:
09-256

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