CPSC recall 16196
4-inch air angle grinders
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-06-14
On 2016-06-14 the CPSC announced a recall of 4-inch air angle grinders by Direct Distributors, citing 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16196 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-06-14 |
| Published | 2016-06-14 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Direct Distributors |
| Distribution | US |
Product
4-inch air angle grinders | 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.
Reason
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.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Direct-Distributors-Recalls-Angle-Grinders
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