CPSC recall 02157
RYOBI brand hammer drills
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-09-12
On 2025-09-12 the CPSC announced a recall of RYOBI brand hammer drills by Ryobi Technologies Rti, citing the on-off trigger can stick, or the lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02157 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2002-05-09 |
| Published | 2025-09-12 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Ryobi Technologies Rti |
| Distribution | US |
Product
RYOBI brand hammer drills | Only RYOBI brand hammer drills with model number HD501 are included in the recall. Model number HD501K may appear on the packaging of this product. "RYOBI" and the model number appear on the side of the drill. The drills have blue plastic housings, black triggers with yellow lock-on buttons, and yellow/orange gear-shift dials on the side. The drills are equipped with an accessory front-end handle that includes a depth gauge, and were sold in a gray plastic case.
Reason
The on-off trigger can stick, or the lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Ryobi-Technologies-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Hammer-Drills-
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