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Richard Abraham Herder KG Recalls Torque Wrenches Due to Risk of Injury

Reported: May 6, 2009 Initiated: May 6, 2009 #09212

Product Description

The wrenches were sold under three styles names: Richard Abraham Herder KG "Gedore/Rahsol" label, the Mountz "Titan" label, and the Mountz "Erico" label. Only wrenches with the serial numbers within the following ranges are included in the recall: From serial no. To serial no. 1268368 1341104 A003977 A039760 B000493 B032301 C000001 C017795 E000001 E020205 F000001 F013249 H000001 H000128 2174340 2230753 Recalled wrenches include the following product/brand names and model numbers: Product/Brand Name Model Nos. GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX K with Ratchet 4550-10; 4550-20; 4550-30; 4550-40 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFLEX K with Ratchet 3550-07; 3550-10; 3550-20; 3550-30; 3550-2006 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX Z with Spigot 4410-01; 4420-01; 4430-01; 4440-01 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX SE with rectangle holder 4100-01; 4200-02; 4201-01; 4300-01; 4301-01 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX K US with Ratchet 6550-15; 6551-07; 6551-10; 6551-30; 6551-60 MOUNTZ TITAN with Ratchet 280012; 280013; 280014 MOUNTZ TITAN with Spigot 280022; 280023; 280024 MOUNTZ ERICO ELT110D with Ratchet ELT110D The serial number is printed on the side of every torque wrench and the model number is printed on the label on the front and the back of the steel tube.

Reason for Recall

The internal spring mechanism on the wrench can fail or break, allowing bolts or screws to break or become unscrewed, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystander.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wrenches and contact Richard Abraham Herder KG to receive a repair or replacement wrench. Recalled wrenches can be sent to: KLANN Tools, Inc. 7187 Bryhawke Circle, Suite 700 North Charleston, SC 29418 Mountz, Inc. 19051 Underwood Road Foley, AL 36535

Details

Units Affected
About 670
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Richard-Abraham-Herder-KG-Recalls-Torque-Wrenches-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The wrenches were sold under three styles names: Richard Abraham Herder KG "Gedore/Rahsol" label, the Mountz "Titan" label, and the Mountz "Erico" label. Only wrenches with the serial numbers within the following ranges are included in the recall: From serial no. To serial no. 1268368 1341104 A003977 A039760 B000493 B032301 C000001 C017795 E000001 E020205 F000001 F013249 H000001 H000128 2174340 2230753 Recalled wrenches include the following product/brand names and model numbers: Product/Brand Name Model Nos. GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX K with Ratchet 4550-10; 4550-20; 4550-30; 4550-40 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFLEX K with Ratchet 3550-07; 3550-10; 3550-20; 3550-30; 3550-2006 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX Z with Spigot 4410-01; 4420-01; 4430-01; 4440-01 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX SE with rectangle holder 4100-01; 4200-02; 4201-01; 4300-01; 4301-01 GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX K US with Ratchet 6550-15; 6551-07; 6551-10; 6551-30; 6551-60 MOUNTZ TITAN with Ratchet 280012; 280013; 280014 MOUNTZ TITAN with Spigot 280022; 280023; 280024 MOUNTZ ERICO ELT110D with Ratchet ELT110D The serial number is printed on the side of every torque wrench and the model number is printed on the label on the front and the back of the steel tube.. Recalled by Richard Abraham Herder KG, of Solingen, Germany. Units affected: About 670.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The internal spring mechanism on the wrench can fail or break, allowing bolts or screws to break or become unscrewed, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystander.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wrenches and contact Richard Abraham Herder KG to receive a repair or replacement wrench. Recalled wrenches can be sent to: KLANN Tools, Inc. 7187 Bryhawke Circle, Suite 700 North Charleston, SC 29418 Mountz, Inc. 19051 Underwood Road Foley, AL 36535
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 6, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09212.

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