CPSC Recall in 2016: Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-196

Date: June 14, 2016

Product Name: 4-inch air angle grinders

Recall Description:

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.

Hazard Description:

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

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 200

Incidents:

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

Sold At:

Agri Supply stores in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and online at www.agrisupply.com from January 2015 to April 2016 for about $40.

Manufactured In:

China