CPSC recall · Reported December 5, 2017
Metabo Recalls Rat Tail Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard
The on-off switch can lock in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany recalled This recall involves Metabo 5-inch, 6-inch, and 7-inch rat tail angle grinders with a bra….
Metabo Recalls Rat Tail Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany in December 5, 2017. Reason: The on-off switch can lock in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinders and contact Metabo fo…. Verify recall #18053 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany issued this CPSC recall-The on-off switch can lock in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers..
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- agency class
- December 5, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18053 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, 3 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
This recall involves Metabo 5-inch, 6-inch, and 7-inch rat tail angle grinders with a brake. Recalled models include WEPBA 17-125 Quick RT DS, WEPBA 17-150 Quick RT DS, and WEPB 19-180 RT DS. Serial numbers are from 70300xxxxx to 70700xxxxx. Model numbers and serial numbers are printed on a label on the bottom of the tool behind the red brake band.
Reason for recall
The on-off switch can lock in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinders and contact Metabo for instructions on how to receive a free repair or a replacement angle grinder.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18053 |
| Date reported | December 5, 2017 |
| Date initiated | December 5, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Metabowerke, GmbH, of Germany |
| Affected scope | About 1,100 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled angle grinders and contact Metabo for instructions on how to receive a free …
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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