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SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FLAP DISKS

SAFETY RECALL NOTICE

Recall Details: DEWALT Elite Series 4.5 inch, 40G T27 High Density Flap Discs, models DWA8280HRT and DWA8280RT, that are compatible with angle grinders for heavy duty use. Only units with date codes 2024-36 to 2024-48 are part of the recall.

Hazard: The ceramic cloth abrasive flaps on the disc can detach while in use on a grinder, posing laceration and injury hazards.

The following models are affected: 

  • Model DWA8280HRT DeWalt Flap Disc
  • Model DWA8280RT DeWalt Flap Disc

Description: This recall involves DEWALT Elite Grinder Series 4.5 inch, 40G T27 High Density Flap Discs, models DWA8280HRT and DWA8280RT, that are compatible with angle grinders for heavy duty use. Only units with date codes 2024-36 to 2024-48 are part of the recall. Other date codes and other model Flap Discs are not part of the recall. The model number is on the front cover of the flap disc located at the top above the name “DEWALT.” The date code for recalled discs is printed on the shipping boxes in year - week format and is also stamped on the individual discs. If you are unable to determine the date code, contact DEWALT for assistance.

IF YOU OWN ONE OF THESE AFFECTED PRODUCTS STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OBTAIN A REFUND CHECK:

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Once your request has been reviewed, we will send you a refund check within the next 5 to 8 weeks.

If you have questions, you can call Stanley Black & Decker toll-free at 800-990-6421 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

If you have multiple model numbers, please submit a separate form for each model number

Please enter the first six digits of the manufacturing date code printed on the package (see image above). Do not include any dashes, symbols or special characters.

To proceed with your refund please upload a picture of your flap disc with the "RECALL" word written on it with permanent marker. Make sure you include a note next to the unit with your email and the date of the request as shown in the image above. If you cannot upload a picture we will send you a prepaid label to return your unit and issue a refund after inspection. Please select one of the following options:

One file only.
4 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp.

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