DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard
USDeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe utility bar can break while being used for prying, posing an injury hazard to the user.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves DeWALT 40" Multi-Functional Utility Bars designed at one end for prying and at the other for gripping boards. The bars are yellow at one end and black at the other. The name "DeWALT" and the model number DWHT55293 are printed in black on the yellow end.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedDeWALT Multi-Functional Utility Bars
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/DEWALT-Recalls-Utility-Bars-Due-to-Injury-Hazard |
| Title | DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/12_0.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled DEWALT 40-inch utility bar with pry end and board gripping end |
| Hazards › Name | The utility bar can break while being used for prying, posing an injury hazard to the user. |
| Injuries › Name | DeWALT has received at least 56 reports of the utility bars breaking, including four reports of injured users. |
| Products › Name | DeWALT Multi-Functional Utility Bars |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 145,000 |
| Recall I D | 8673 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility bars and contact DEWALT for a gift card worth the full purchase price. |
| Importers › Name | DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md. |
| Retailers › Name | The Home Depot and other hardware stores nationwide, and online at www.amazon.com and other online retailers from December 2015 through March 2019 for between $30 and $40. |
| Recall Date | 2019-09-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves DeWALT 40" Multi-Functional Utility Bars designed at one end for prying and at the other for gripping boards. The bars are yellow at one end and black at the other. The name "DeWALT" and the model number DWHT55293 are printed in black on the yellow end. |
| Recall Number | 19211 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | DeWALT toll free at 866-937-9805 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; e-mail at recall@sbdinc.com; or online at www.dewalt.com and click on “Service and Support,” then “Safety Recall Notice” for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2019-09-26T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Mexico |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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