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InjurySeptember 26, 2019CPSC #19211

DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard

Brand
Product
Other Products
Units affected
145,000
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The utility bar can break while being used for prying, posing an injury hazard to the user.

Injuries

DeWALT has received at least 56 reports of the utility bars breaking, including four reports of injured users.

Made in

Mexico

Where it was sold

  • 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.

Photos

Recalled DEWALT 40-inch utility bar with pry end and board gripping end
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