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

Description: 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.

Name of product: 4-inch air angle grinders

Units: About 200

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.

Remedy: 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.

Recall date: June 14, 2016

Incidents/Injuries: 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.

Importers: Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C.

Manufactured in: China

Consumer contact: Direct Distributors toll-free at 877-564-8669 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@ncddi.com, or online at www.agrisupply.com and click on "Safety Recall Notice" for more information.

Recall number: 16-196