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Bandsaws Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Shock Hazard

U.S. CPSCElectric shockSold on AmazonSep 8, 2009
Recalled Bandsaw
Recalled Bandsaw

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

Some of the recalled bandsaws do not have a grounding wire installed, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled bandsaws immediately until the repair kit is installed. The firm is sending repair kits directly to consumers.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recall involves the G0640X 17-inch metal/wood bandsaw with an inverter motor. The product's model number (G0640X) is printed on the front of the machine.

Sold on

Grizzly's showrooms, catalog and Web site, and Amazon.com from February 2008 through July 2009 for about $1,600.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Grizzly Industrial at (800) 523-4777 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.grizzly.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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