Torcofix/Torcoflex and Mountz Torque Wrenches
CPSC Recall #09-212 — May 5, 2009
Product
Torcofix/Torcoflex and Mountz Torque Wrenches
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.12683681341104A003977A039760B000493B032301C000001C017795E000001E020205F000001F013249H000001H00012821743402230753Recalled wrenches include the following product/brand names and model numbers:Product/Brand NameModel Nos.GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX K with Ratchet4550-10; 4550-20; 4550-30; 4550-40GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFLEX K with Ratchet3550-07; 3550-10; 3550-20; 3550-30; 3550-2006GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX Z with Spigot4410-01; 4420-01; 4430-01; 4440-01GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX SE with rectangle holder4100-01; 4200-02; 4201-01; 4300-01; 4301-01GEDORE/RAHSOL TORCOFIX K US with Ratchet6550-15; 6551-07; 6551-10; 6551-30; 6551-60MOUNTZ TITAN with Ratchet280012; 280013; 280014MOUNTZ TITAN with Spigot280022; 280023; 280024MOUNTZ ERICO ELT110D with RatchetELT110DThe 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.
Hazard
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.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
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 700North Charleston, SC 29418Mountz, Inc.19051 Underwood RoadFoley, AL 36535
Units Affected
About 670
Sold At
Mountz Inc. through wholesale catalog sales and wholesale through industrial distributors, private label (Erico) and direct to OEM's mostly in North
Manufacturer
Richard Abraham Herder KG, of Solingen, Germany
Importer
Mountz Inc., of San Jose, Calif.
Manufactured In
Solingen, Germany