CPSC recall · Reported November 20, 2000
CPSC, General Binding Corp. Announce Recall of Paper Shredders
These paper shredders do not have a protective shield to guard against exposure to the cutting blades. Consumers could lift the paper shredder lid while it is running and come int…
The CPSC recalled The GBC Shredmaster 75X-2 paper shredders being recalled have serial numbers starting wit….
CPSC, General Binding Corp. Announce Recall of Paper Shredders was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 20, 2000. Reason: These paper shredders do not have a protective shield to guard against exposure to the cutting blades. Consum…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled paper shredders immediately, and call GBC to rec…. Verify recall #01034 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-These paper shredders do not have a protective shield to guard against exposure to the cutting blades. Consum….
- None
- agency class
- November 20, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01034 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The GBC Shredmaster 75X-2 paper shredders being recalled have serial numbers starting with "MS" or "MT". The serial numbers are found on the boxes and on the rating plate on the bottom of the paper shredder. These shredders are light gray, and have "GBC Shredmaster" and "75X Cross Cut" written on the top. "75X-2" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on a label on the bottom of the paper shredder.
Reason for recall
These paper shredders do not have a protective shield to guard against exposure to the cutting blades. Consumers could lift the paper shredder lid while it is running and come into contact with the turning blades. Consumers could suffer cuts or amputations of finger tips, if they touch the turning blades.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled paper shredders immediately, and call GBC to receive a free replacement paper shredder or a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01034 |
| Date reported | November 20, 2000 |
| Date initiated | November 20, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 3,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the recalled paper shredders immediately, and call GBC to receive a free replacement paper shredder o…
- Check the recall number (01034) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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