Metabo Recalls Rat Tail Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard

Recalled December 5, 2017 · CPSC recall 18053 · Metabo

Hazard

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

Remedy

Replace · Repair

Units

About 1,100

Incidents / injuries

None reported

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.

What 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.

Contact

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

Product

Rat tail angle grinders with brake

Manufacturer(s)

Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany

Imported by

Metabo Corp., West Chester, Pa.

Distributed by

Metabo Corp., West Chester, Pa.

Retailers

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.

Made in

Germany

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →