Extech Digital Clamp Meter Recall: Electrocution Hazard
Extech recalls digital clamp meters due to inaccurate voltage readings that pose an electrocution hazard. Stop using immediately and contact Extech for a free replacement.
Stop using this now
The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is low or off, posing an electrocution hazard.
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What happened, in plain English
Extech is recalling certain AC/DC digital clamp meters because they may fail to provide accurate voltage readings. This malfunction can cause users to incorrectly believe electrical power is off or low, creating a serious risk of electrocution. Consumers who own these specific models should stop using them right away and contact Extech for a free replacement unit. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/3842-extech-digital-clamp-meter-recall-electrocution-hazard.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/3842-extech-digital-clamp-meter-recall-electrocution-hazard · Updated October 11, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #8067
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“Extech Digital Clamp Meter Recall: Electrocution Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3842-extech-digital-clamp-meter-recall-electrocution-hazard. Based on CPSC recall #8067 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Extech-Recalls-Digital-Clamp-Meters).
Why it’s dangerous
The meters can display an incorrect voltage reading, leading the operator to falsely believe that electrical power is low or completely off. This false sense of security may cause the user to handle live wires or components, resulting in electrocution.
Who’s affected
Electricians, industrial workers, and DIY enthusiasts who purchased AC/DC clamp meters from retailers like Grainger, Platt Electric Supply, Amazon.com, or other distributors between January 2016 and April 2017. Users are at risk if they rely on the meter's voltage reading to determine if a circuit is safe to touch.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the front of the unit for the "EXTECH" logo and one of these model numbers: EX650, EX655, MA160, MA61, or MA63. Verify the serial number on the back of the unit; only those in the range R15XXXXXXX to R17XXXXXXX are included. The recalled meters are green and orange.
- Brand
Extech- Product
Digital clamp meters- Category
Consumer product
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Do not use the recalled digital clamp meters for any electrical testing.
Contact Extech
Call 855-239-8324 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Mon-Fri), email meter.recall@extech.com, or visit www.extech.com and click Safety Notices to request a free replacement meter.
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Extech for a free replacement meter.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
CPSC “Sold at”: “Grainger, Platt Electric Supply stores and industrial and electrical distributors and wholesalers nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from January 2016 through April 2017 for between $110 and $230.”
Sold nationwide.
Contact Extech
We’ve drafted a message you can send Extech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8067 — Extech Digital Clamp Meter Recall: Electrocution Hazard Hello, I own a Extech Digital Clamp Meter Recall: Electrocution Hazard that is covered by recall 8067 from Extech. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Extech for a free replacement meter. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: CPSC Recall #8067 (May 25, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3.6:35b-a3b on October 11, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official CPSC recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.