Official recall record
DEWALT® Grinder Flap Discs
- Issuing authority
- US CPSC
- Alert date
- 2025-07-03
- Country of alert
- United States
- Alert type
- recall
What the authority reported
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. 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. Hazards: The ceramic cloth abrasive flaps on the disc can detach while in use on a grinder, posing laceration and injury hazards.
What to do
Follow the instructions in the official notice — recall remedies (refund, repair, replacement, or disposal) are defined by the issuing authority and the responsible business, and they differ per recall. Do not rely on summaries, including this one.
Record last checked against the registry on 2026-05-31.