Metabo · Recalled
Metabo Recalls Rat Tail Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard
The on-off switch can lock in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 1,100
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $350
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
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.
The file
- 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.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- Germany
- Recalled by
- Metabo Corp., West Chester, Pa., Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany
Incident log
None reported
What the notice says to do
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.
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.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
