Makita 7-inch Angle Grinder
CPSC Recall #06-029 — November 9, 2005
Product
Makita 7-inch Angle Grinder
Description
The recall only involves Makita GA7011C 7-inch angle grinders. The grinder's model number and serial number are located on the silver nameplate which is located above the trigger switch. The last four digits of the serial numbers of the recalled grinders are in the following ranges: 1745 - 17481768 - 17781780 - 17841797 - 18081861 - 18721885 - 18921897 - 19001909 - 19121921 - 19241953 - 19561969 - 19721989 - 19922013 - 20162025 - 20282465 - 24682471 - 24722477 - 24842489 - 24962501 - 25082513 - 25202529 - 25402549 - 25602573 - 25763133 - 31373162 - 316938743590 - 3613 The grinder's housing is blue, and the name "Makita" appears in large white letters on the housing. No other Makita grinders are involved in the recall.
Hazard
The guards on some of these angle grinders will not fully cover a hubbed grinding wheel. As a result, if the hubbed grinding wheel comes apart during use, it could hit the user, possibly causing serious personal injury.
Incidents / Injuries
Makita has not received any reports of incidents or injury.
Remedy
Consumers with these angle grinders should stop using them with a hubbed grinding wheel immediately and contact Makita to arrange for a replacement of their guard free of charge. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Units Affected
About 1,500
Sold At
Industrial suppliers and home centers from about July 2005 through September 2005 for about $179.