Makita 7-inch Angle Grinders Recalled for Injury Hazard
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
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Products
Makita 7-inch Angle Grinders
Injuries & Incidents
- Makita has not received any reports of incidents or injury.