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DEWALT Recalls: 10 CPSC Recalls Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 10 recalls involving DEWALT products since 2010, the most recent on July 3, 2025. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
All DEWALT recalls
DEWALT Recalls Grinder Flap Discs Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards
Hazard: The ceramic cloth abrasive flaps on the disc can detach while in use on a grinder, posing laceration and injury hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flap discs and go to the DEWALT website at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall to participate in the recall. Consumers will be …
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · July 3, 2025
DEWALT Recalls Grinder Flap Discs Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards
- Recall number
- 25367
- Units
- About 17,680
- Hazard
- The ceramic cloth abrasive flaps on the disc can detach while in use on a grinder, posing laceration and injury hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves DEWALT Elite Grinder Series 4.5-inch 40G T27 High Density Flap Discs, models DWA8280HRT and DWA8280RT, that are compatible with angle grinders for heavy duty use. Only units with date codes 2024-36 to 2024-48 are part of the recall. The model number is on the front cover of the flap disc located at the top above the name "DEWALT." The date code for recalled discs is printed on the shipping boxes in year - week format and is also stamped on the individual discs. If you are unable to determine the date code, contact DEWALT for assistance.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flap discs and go to the DEWALT website at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall to participate in the recall. Consumers will be asked to write "Recall" on the disc and upload a photograph to the firm's website. Consumers will then be asked to certify that they disposed of it in the trash to receive a refund.
- Sold at
- Industrial supply stores nationwide, including Grainger, Fastenal and Airgas, and online on Amazon.com from September 2024 through May 2025 for between $7 and $10.
- Company
- DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland
- Contact
- DEWALT online at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall, toll-free at 800-990-6421 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@sbdinc.com, or online at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls or www.dewalt.com and click on "Safety Notices and Recalls" for more information.
Enerco Recalls DEWALT 70,000 BTU Outdoor Portable Cordless Forced Air Propane Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
Hazard: The recalled portable heaters' operating instructions can cause consumers to incorrectly depress the start button too quickly and prevent the fan from starting, causing the heaters to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco to request new instructions and a warning sticker describing how to start the heater using the power button. The new instructions and warni…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · April 3, 2025
Enerco Recalls DEWALT 70,000 BTU Outdoor Portable Cordless Forced Air Propane Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
- Recall number
- 25203
- Units
- About 21,250 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The recalled portable heaters' operating instructions can cause consumers to incorrectly depress the start button too quickly and prevent the fan from starting, causing the heaters to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves DEWALT 70,000 BTU outdoor portable cordless forced air propane heaters model number DXH70CFAVX. The heaters are yellow and black. The model number is located on the hang tag. "DEWALT" is printed in black on the side of the bottom yellow portion of the units.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco to request new instructions and a warning sticker describing how to start the heater using the power button. The new instructions and warning sticker are also available via Enerco's website at https://www.enercogroupinc.com/recall. Enerco and Lowe's are contacting all known purchasers directly.
- Sold at
- Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from May 2024 through January 2025 for about $200.
- Company
- Enerco Group Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Contact
- Enerco at 800-964-4328 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.enercogroupinc.com/recall or at https://www.enercogroupinc.com and click on "Recalls" to register and download a copy of the new instructions and warning sticker.
Stanley Black & Decker Recalls DeWALT Battery Walk-Behind Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard
Hazard: If water gets into the mower's handle support while the battery is installed, the mower can fail to shut off when the bail handle is released or start without a key, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers if the mower has gotten wet and contact DeWALT to receive a free repair at an authorized service center nearby.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · August 15, 2024
Stanley Black & Decker Recalls DeWALT Battery Walk-Behind Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard
- Recall number
- 24345
- Units
- About 46,200 (In addition, about 9,600 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- If water gets into the mower's handle support while the battery is installed, the mower can fail to shut off when the bail handle is released or start without a key, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves 2024 model year DeWALT Battery 21" Push walk-behind mowers, model numbers DCMWP234U2 and DCMWP600X2, and DeWALT Battery 21" Self-Propelled walk-behind mowers, model numbers DCMWSP256U2 and DCMWSP650Y2. The mowers are black, gray and yellow and have DeWALT printed in yellow on the front or side of the mower. The model number is printed on the rear door of the mower. A date code formatted as 20XX YY-58, with 20XX for year, YY for week, and 58 as the factory code, is laser-printed in yellow on the left side of the mower, just above the left rear wheel. Only date codes 2023 32-58 through 2024 13-58 are affected. Mowers manufactured after March 2024 (2024 14-58) are not affec
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers if the mower has gotten wet and contact DeWALT to receive a free repair at an authorized service center nearby.
- Sold at
- The Home Depot, Tractor Supply, Ace Hardware and various stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com, www.tractorsupply.com and www.acehardware.com from January 2024 through July 2024 for between $530 and $750.
- Company
- Stanley Black and Decker Inc., of New Britain, Connecticut
- Contact
- DeWALT at 800-990-6421 from between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.dewalt.com/push-mowers-recall or https://www.dewalt.com and click on "Safety Notices and Recalls" at the bottom of the page.
Stanley Black & Decker Recalls 2.2 Million DeWALT, Stanley and Craftsman Fiberglass Sledgehammers Due to Impact Injury Hazard
Hazard: The head of the sledgehammers can loosen prematurely and detach unexpectedly during use, posing an impact injury hazard to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledgehammers and contact Stanley Black & Decker for instructions to receive a full refund. Consumers must provide their contact information.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · April 20, 2023
Stanley Black & Decker Recalls 2.2 Million DeWALT, Stanley and Craftsman Fiberglass Sledgehammers Due to Impact Injury Hazard
- Recall number
- 23183
- Units
- About 2.2 million (In addition, about 53,000 in Canada)
- Hazard
- The head of the sledgehammers can loosen prematurely and detach unexpectedly during use, posing an impact injury hazard to the user.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves certain DeWALT, Stanley FATMAX and Craftsman Fiberglass Sledgehammers. The recalled sledgehammers weigh between 2 and 12 pounds and range between 14" and 36" in length. The DeWALT sledgehammers are yellow and black, the Stanley sledgehammers are yellow and black and the Craftsman sledgehammers are red and black. Each sledgehammer has the brand written on the handle. The model numbers of the DeWALT and Craftsman hammers are marked on the hammer head. Model numbers of the Stanley hammers are located on a sticker on the handle. Model No. Description DWHT56141 2lb Fiberglass Drilling Hammer DWHT56142 3lb Fiberglass Drilling Hammer DWHT56143 2-1/2 lb Fiberglass Engineering Ha
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledgehammers and contact Stanley Black & Decker for instructions to receive a full refund. Consumers must provide their contact information.
- Sold at
- The Home Depot, ACE Hardware and other hardware stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Homedepot.com, and AceHardware.com and other online sellers from November 2013 through November 2022 for about between $18 and $26.
- Company
- Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Maryland (DeWALT sledgehammers), Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., of New Britain, Connecticut (Craftsman and Stanley FATMAX sledgehammers)
- Contact
- Stanley Black & Decker toll-free at 855-418-3032 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://stanleyblackanddecker.com/sledgehammerrecall or at www.dewalt.com, www.craftsman.com or www.stanleytools.com and click on "Safety Notices and Recalls" for more information.
DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
Hazard: The miter saw's rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. DeWALT is directly co…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · August 4, 2022
DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
- Recall number
- 22196
- Units
- About 1,364,000 (In addition, about 118,600 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The miter saw's rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves DeWALT Models DWS779, DWS780 and DHS790 Miter Saws. The saws have a yellow body with black accents and the DeWALT logo. The model number is printed on the saw's nameplate. Only saws with date codes 2019 04 through 2022 04 are affected. For the DWS779 and DWS780 models the date codes are marked on the black plastic motor end cap adjacent to the name plate. For the DHS790 model, the date code is marked on the outside of the plastic yellow housing adjacent to the batteries. Only saws without a green dot on the name plate or a black dot on the arm of the saw are included in this recall.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. DeWALT is directly contacting all known purchasers.
- Sold at
- Lowe's stores, The Home Depot and hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from April 2019 through May 2022 for between $600 and $820.
- Company
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland
- Contact
- DeWALT at 800-990-6421 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://www.dewalt.com/miter-saw-recall or at www.dewalt.com and click on Support then Safety Notices and Recalls for more information.
DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard
Hazard: The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the product directly to DEWALT in order to receive a free replacement chain saw.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · January 26, 2022
DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard
- Recall number
- 22059
- Units
- About 8,500
- Hazard
- The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the DeWALT DWCS600, Type 1 18-inch 15-amp corded chain saws. The chain saws are yellow with a black handle and motor cover. Only chain saws with date codes 2021 23-H5 to 2021 40-H5 are affected by this recall. The date code is stamped on the bottom of the chain saw, behind the chain/bar. DeWALT and 18-in. are written on the blade.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the product directly to DEWALT in order to receive a free replacement chain saw.
- Sold at
- Hardware and tool supply stores nationwide from June 2021 through November 2021 for between $130 and $150.
- Company
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland
- Contact
- DeWALT toll-free at 855- 474-5875 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or email at recall@sbdinc.com or online at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls or at www.dewalt.com and click on Service and Support then Safety Recall Notice for more information.
E-filliate Recalls DEWALT Wireless Earphones Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
Hazard: The wireless earphones can overheat while charging or in use, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the wireless earphones and contact E-filliate to receive a pre-paid shipment label to return the product directly to E-filliate in order to receive a free replacement.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · December 1, 2021
E-filliate Recalls DEWALT Wireless Earphones Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
- Recall number
- 22023
- Units
- About 301,800
- Hazard
- The wireless earphones can overheat while charging or in use, posing burn and fire hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves DEWALT Jobsite Pro Wireless Earphones. The earphones have a black and yellow neckband with wired earbuds. Manufacture codes included in this recall are D4 1910, D4 1912, D4 2003, D4 2004, D4 2006, D4 2009, D4 2011, D4 2012, D4 2101, D4 2103, and D4 2104. The manufacture code is printed on the left side of the band. If no manufacture code is present, the product is included in the recall.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the wireless earphones and contact E-filliate to receive a pre-paid shipment label to return the product directly to E-filliate in order to receive a free replacement.
- Sold at
- The Home Depot, Lowe's stores and other electronics stores and hardware stores nationwide and online at www.cyberguys.com from December 2019 through July 2021 for about $60.
- Company
- E-filliate Inc., of Rancho Cordova, California
- Contact
- E-filliate toll-free at 888-979-4439 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at DW2091@efilliate.com or online at https://www.efilliate.com/notices/DXMA1902091 or at www.efilliate.com and click on "Recalls" located at the bottom of the page for more information.
Enerco Group Recalls DeWALT Cordless Kerosene Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards
Hazard: The heaters can re-start unexpectedly while in standby mode if the room temperature falls below the thermostat set point, posing fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco for a free replacement corded heater.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · February 3, 2021
Enerco Group Recalls DeWALT Cordless Kerosene Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards
- Recall number
- 21074
- Units
- About 4,500
- Hazard
- The heaters can re-start unexpectedly while in standby mode if the room temperature falls below the thermostat set point, posing fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves DeWALT cordless kerosene forced-air heaters model number DXH90CFAK with serial numbers 340902-20001001 through 340902-20004000 and model number DXH90CFAKM with serial numbers 340901-20001001 through 340901-20001500. The heaters have a black tank/base, a yellow body and a gray combustion barrel. "DeWALT" and "90,000 BTU" are printed in yellow on the combustion barrel. The model number and serial number are located on the side panel opposite the controls.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco for a free replacement corded heater.
- Sold at
- Lowe's stores and farm and supply stores nationwide from June 2020 through November 2020 for about $350.
- Company
- Enerco Group, Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Contact
- Enerco Group at 800-964-4328 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.enercogroupinc.com and click on the “Support” drop down to find “recalls, or directly at www.enercogroupinc.com/recall for more information.
DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard
Hazard: The utility bar can break while being used for prying, posing an injury hazard to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility bars and contact DEWALT for a gift card worth the full purchase price.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · September 26, 2019
DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars Due to Injury Hazard
- Recall number
- 19211
- Units
- About 145,000
- Hazard
- The utility bar can break while being used for prying, posing an injury hazard to the user.
- 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.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility bars and contact DEWALT for a gift card worth the full purchase price.
- Sold at
- 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.
- Company
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md.
- 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.
DeWALT Recalls Drills Due to Shock Hazard
Hazard: The drill's wiring can contact internal moving parts, posing a shock hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and contact DeWALT to schedule a free inspection and repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · February 5, 2019
DeWALT Recalls Drills Due to Shock Hazard
- Recall number
- 19059
- Units
- About 122,000 (in addition, about 8,000 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The drill's wiring can contact internal moving parts, posing a shock hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the DeWALT DWD110 and DWD112 3/8-inch variable speed reversing drills. The drills are yellow with black accents and have a power cable connected at one end. Only drills with date codes 2017-37-FY through 2018-22-FY are affected. If the drill is marked with an "X" after the date code it has already been inspected and is not affected. The model number is located on a label on the right side of the drill. The date code is etched into the body of the drill below the label. Consumers whose drill does not have a date code, or who cannot locate the date code should contact the company. Product Name UPC DeWALT DWD110 885911037518 DeWALT DWD112 885911057319
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and contact DeWALT to schedule a free inspection and repair.
- Sold at
- The Home Depot, Lowe's and other hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and other online retailers, from September 2017 through November 2018 for between $60 and $70.
- Company
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md.
- Contact
- DeWALT toll-free at 855-752-5259 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET,Monday through Friday, email at recall@sbdinc.com or online at www.dewalt.com and click on Service and Support then Safety Recall Notice for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database, updated weekly. Recalls are matched to brands by the company and product names in each notice; if you think a recall is listed here by mistake, please tell us.