Metabo Recalls Rat Tail Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall Date: 2017-12-05

Source Link: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Metabo-Recalls-Rat-Tail-Angle-Grinders-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard



Name of Product:
Rat tail angle grinders with brake
Hazard:

The on-off switch can lock in the “on” position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy:
Replace
Repair
Recall Date:
December 05, 2017
Units:
About 1,100

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Metabo 5-inch, 6-inch, and 7-inch rat tail angle grinders with a brake. Recalled models include WEPBA 17-125 Quick RT DS, WEPBA 17-150 Quick RT DS, and WEPB 19-180 RT DS. Serial numbers are from 70300xxxxx to 70700xxxxx. Model numbers and serial numbers are printed on a label on the bottom of the tool behind the red brake band.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinders and contact Metabo for instructions on how to receive a free repair or a replacement angle grinder.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold At:
Industrial, construction, welding supply distributors, including Purvis Industries, WeldStar Co., Pennsylvania Tool Sales and Service, and online at OhioPowerTool.com from April 2017 through October 2017 for about $350.
Manufacturer(s):
Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany
Importer(s):

Metabo Corp., West Chester, Pa.

Distributor(s):
Metabo Corp., West Chester, Pa.
Manufactured In:
Germany
Recall number:
18-053


Contact:

Metabo toll-free at 844-470-5540 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@metabousa.com or online at www.metabo.com and click on Service for more information.



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