Bosch Hammer Drills (Robert Bosch) – injury risk (2008)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Bosch Hammer Drills
Brand
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill. is recalling Bosch Hammer Drills. The hazard is: The drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to co. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recalled hammer drill is blue with "BOSCH" printed on the side. The model number 1191VSR can be located on the product nameplate mounted on the side of the motor. The product's packaging will be marked as 1191VSRK (the "K" indicates that the hammer drill was packaged with a case in a kit). Only drills with a serial number that begins with "7" are included in the recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammer drill immediately and contact the firm for a free repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026