FEIN and Slugger and Slugger by FEIN Fein Core Drills KBC 35 and KBB 60 (later renamed KBB 60 X) and Spare Parts
Published 24 April 2020
Product
Core drills and spare parts branded FEIN and Slugger and Slugger by FEIN, used for drilling into metal surfaces.
Why it was recalled
The core drills and spare parts were installed with a gasket containing asbestos.
Hazard
Asbestos fibres may be released when the drill is in use or the affected gasket is broken. Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause a range of serious medical conditions, including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.