The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08514·Announced 2007-10-25

Blastrac Recalls Concrete Grinders Due to Ejected Parts Injury Risk

Blastrac is recalling BG 250 Series concrete grinders because a broken flexible coupler can eject internal parts, posing an injury risk to users and nearby individuals.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Blastrac N.A. is recalling approximately 185 BG 250 Series concrete grinders and 45 replacement couplers. The recall is necessary because the flexible coupler on these grinders can break during use. When this occurs, internal parts, including the tooling plate and grinding disc, can be forcefully ejected from the machine, creating a projectile hazard for the operator and anyone nearby.

The affected gas or electric grinders were sold by independent distributors nationwide to professional users and equipment rental firms between November 2006 and July 2007. The units were sold for between $2,700 and $5,000. Blastrac has received five reports of the grinders breaking, but no injuries or property damage have been reported.

Renters should stop using the product immediately and return it to the rental company. Product owners who have not received direct notice from Blastrac should contact the firm to obtain a free repair kit. For additional information, consumers can contact Blastrac at (800) 256-3440 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.blastrac.com.

The recalled product

Product
Blastrac BG 250 Series Concrete Grinders with round flexible couplers
Manufacturer
Blastrac N.A., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
185

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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