Warning
Grizzly Industrial Recalls Wood Lathes Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #24016
Grizzly Industrial Recalls Wood Lathes Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
Grizzly Industrial Inc., of Bellingham, Washington · Grizzly Industrial and Shop Fox Wood Lathes
Product Description
This recall involves all G0584 and G0462 Grizzly Industrial, and the W1758 Shop Fox wood lathes. The variable-speed, electric wood lathes have a green or white bed and cast-iron legs with black accents, an extendable tool rest and a swivel headstock. Model G0584 measures 62 inches wide, 14.5 inches deep and 45.5 inches high. Models G0462 and W1758 measure 72.5 inches wide, 19 inches deep and 48 inches high. The Grizzly industrial wood lathes have the logo located on the front of the headstock and the model number on the side nameplate. The Shop Fox wood lathes have the logo located on the front of the bed, and the model on the front of the headstock and the side nameplate.
Hazard
The wood lathe's cutting tool can break, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders, and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the cutting tool.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wood lathes and contact Grizzly Industrial for details on how to receive a free repair kit, including shipping. The repair kit consists of an upgraded faceplate, tool rest and tool rest base.
Repair
Reported Injuries
Grizzly Industrial has received four reports of the cutting tool breaking, including one injury.
411 Press Analysis
Grizzly Industrial has received four reports of the cutting tool breaking, including one injury. The CPSC has recalled about 21,300 (in addition, about 60 were sold in canada) of Grizzly Industrial and Shop Fox Wood Lathes, manufactured by Grizzly Industrial Inc., of Bellingham, Washington. The recall was announced on November 2, 2023. The wood lathe's cutting tool can break, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders, and a laceration hazard. Consumers should discontinue use and schedule a free repair. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and is providing remedy options to affected purchasers. Report any incidents involving this product to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.
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