Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
Recalled 2016-05-11. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 91,000Units
2016-05-11Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- 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.
- The hazard
- 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.
- Injuries
- The firm has received four reports of the grinders overheating. No injuries have been reported.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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