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DeWalt DCD778

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Durability signal F · based on reported timing

1 reports

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When failures are reported

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Still recommend

% repaired

% mfr warranty

100%

% extended warranty

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Failure types

Reports

Chuck jammed solid after 7 weeks

["Chuck"]

2 months

Source-linkedVerify source — Trustpilot review

Trustpilot review by Kevin Hearty MUSIC (23 April 2026). Bought a new DeWalt DCD778 combi drill from Screwfix; after 7 weeks the chuck jammed solid and reviewer received a full refund. Notes online reports of faulty DeWalt chucks as a common issue.

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Months until failure

2 months

Repair cost

Not stated

Repaired

Manufacturer warranty

Yes

Extended warranty

Not stated

Support helpful

Not stated

Would recommend

Confidence

95%

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