Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool with location of model and date code
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. toll-free at 855-866-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.dremel.com and click on "Customer Service & Safety Information" for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves the Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool with date codes 407 through 505. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate of the product, which is on the side opposite the Dremel logo. Products are dark gray with a silver label and blue control buttons and have 8V lithium ion batteries.
Consumers should immediately contact Robert Bosch Tool for information on a free repair.
Bosch Tool has received six reports from consumers of tools overheating. There are no reports of injuries.
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Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
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