Recall on DEWALT Framing Nailers: Serious Injury Hazard
Name of Product: DEWALT D51825 and D51850 Framing Nailers
Units: About 9,000
Distributor: DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Hazard: The bump action trigger on the framing nailers could have been incorrectly assembled during production, which would allow the nailer to eject a fastener unexpectedly or cause the trigger lock-off not to function. This can pose a serious injury hazard to the user or bystander.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: DEWALT framing nailers with model numbers and date codes listed below:
| Model Number | Description | Date Code Range |
|---|---|---|
| D51825 | Clipped Head Framing Nailer | 20080249-20082749 |
| D51850 | Full Round Head Framing Nailer | 20080249-20082749 |
Manufactured in: Mexico
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the framing nailers and contact DEWALT for instructions on receiving a free replacement bump action trigger.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DEWALT toll-free at (877) 437-7181 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the DEWALT website.
For a complete listing of all June 2009 recalls, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website.
To locate your nail gun user’s manual, visit the OwnerIQ Library.
