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Product Recall Number: 14-241

Why was Metabo Ergo series 6-inch angle grinders recalled?

The on/off switch can stick in the "On" position, posing a laceration hazard.

Metabo Ergo series 6-inch angle grinders
Here's product recall specific data for Metabo Ergo series 6-inch angle grinders.

  • Product Recall Number: 14-241

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2014-07-24

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Metabo Ergo series 6-inch angle grinders

  • Description: The grinder's on/off switch can stick in the "On" position, posing a laceration hazard.

  • Hazard Description: The on/off switch can stick in the "On" position, posing a laceration hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair, Replace

  • Units: About 4,300

  • Incidents: Metabo has received two reports of the angle grinder switches sticking in the "On" position. No injuries have been reported. 

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the angle grinders and should contact Metabo to receive a free repair or replacement.

  • Sold At: Industrial, construction and welding distributors to consumers from March 2013 through April 2014 for about $220. 

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: Germany

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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