CPSC

Makita 7-inch Angle Grinders Recalled for Injury Hazard

Recalled Angle Grinder
Recalled Angle Grinder

Hazard

The guards on some of these angle grinders will not fully cover a hubbed grinding wheel. As a result, if the hubbed grinding wheel comes apart during use, it could hit the user, possibly causing serious personal injury.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers with these angle grinders should stop using them with a hubbed grinding wheel immediately and contact Makita to arrange for a replacement of their guard, free of charge. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Consumer Contact

For more information, call Makita toll-free at (866) 838-5008 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.makitatools.com

Products

Makita 7-inch Angle Grinders

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Industrial suppliers and home centers from about July 2005 through September 2005 for about $179.