Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration

Hazard

The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinder and return it to Direct Distributors or any Agri Supply Company location for a full refund.

Products

This recall involves 4-inch air angle grinders with model number 20687. The model number is printed on the packaging. The grinders have a blue handle and some models have the ASC logo on the top.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received one report of the safety spring failing, resulting in a finger laceration.

Text from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice.