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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 16196

4-inch air angle grinders

Published June 14, 2016

Summary

CPSC records recall 16196, published June 14, 2016. Reported units: About 200.

What's the hazard

The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinder and return it to Direct Distributors or any Agri Supply Company location for a full refund.

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Recall details

Brand
Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C.
Distributor
Agri Supply stores in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and online at www.agrisupply.com from January 2015 to April 2016 for about $40.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 4-inch air angle grinders recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 16196 on June 14, 2016. Reported hazard: The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinder and return it to Direct Distributors or any Agri Supply Company location for a full refund.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)