Recall Radar

DEWALT Recalls Grinder Flap Discs Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards

Recall 25-367 · July 3, 2025 · DEWALT

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled flap discs and go to the DEWALT website at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall to participate in the recall. Consumers will be asked to write "Recall" on the disc and upload a photograph to the firm's website. Consumers will then be asked to certify that they disposed of it in the trash to receive a refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
25-367 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 3, 2025
Brand
DEWALT
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
DEWALT® Grinder Flap Discs
Hazard
Laceration and Injury Hazards
Hazard type
Laceration and cuts
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 17,680
Made in
Turkey
Last updated by CPSC
July 3, 2025

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • DEWALT® Grinder Flap Discs · About 17,680 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Model No. DWA8280HRT DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Recalled Model No. DWA8280HRT DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Recalled Model No. DWA8280RT DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Recalled Model No. DWA8280RT DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Backside of recalled DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Backside of recalled DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Label on the box for recalled DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc
Label on the box for recalled DEWALT Elite Series 40G T27 High Density Flap Disc

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Industrial supply stores nationwide, including Grainger, Fastenal and Airgas, and online on Amazon.com from September 2024 through May 2025 for between $7 and $10.; DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland.

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received three reports of the flap disc coming apart while in use on the grinder, including three injuries resulting in cuts and scrapes.

Consumer contact

DEWALT online at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall, toll-free at 800-990-6421 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@sbdinc.com, or online at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls or www.dewalt.com and click on "Safety Notices and Recalls" for more information.

Recall history and context

DEWALT appears in 15 CPSC recalls on record. See all DEWALT recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

DEWALT® Grinder Flap Discs (About 17,680 units). 5-inch 40G T27 High Density Flap Discs, models DWA8280HRT and DWA8280RT, that are compatible with angle grinders for heavy duty use.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration and Injury Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flap discs and go to the DEWALT website at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall to participate in the recall. Consumers will be asked to write "Recall" on the disc and upload a photograph to the firm's website. Consumers will then be asked to certify that they disposed of it in the trash to receive a refund.

More recalls from DEWALT

  • DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws
    August 4, 2022 · DeWALT · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves DeWALT Models DWS779, DWS780 and DHS790 Miter Saws. The saws have a yellow body with black accents and the DeWALT logo. The model number is printed…

  • DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws
    January 26, 2022 · DeWALT · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves the DeWALT DWCS600, Type 1 18-inch 15-amp corded chain saws. The chain saws are yellow with a black handle and motor cover. Only chain saws with…

  • DeWALT Recalls Utility Bars
    September 26, 2019 · DeWALT · Other consumer products

    This recall involves DeWALT 40" Multi-Functional Utility Bars designed at one end for prying and at the other for gripping boards. The bars are yellow at one end and…

  • DeWALT Recalls Drills
    February 5, 2019 · DeWALT · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves the DeWALT DWD110 and DWD112 3/8-inch variable speed reversing drills. The drills are yellow with black accents and have a power cable connected at…

  • DEWALT Recalls Framing Nailers
    June 25, 2009 · DEWALT · Other consumer products

    DEWALT framing nailers with model numbers and date codes listed below: Model Number Description Date Code Range D51825 Clipped Head Framing Nailer 20080249-20082749…

  • DEWALT Recalls Cordless Brad Nailers
    August 5, 2008 · DEWALT · Other consumer products

    This recall involves the DEWALT DC608 18-Volt Cordless 2" 18-Gauge Straight Brad Nailer with date codes 200728 through 200821. "DC608" is located on the right side of…

Similar recalls in tools, lawn and garden

  • DR Power Equipment Recalls Pilot and Premier Trimmer Mowers
    October 8, 2026 · DR Power Equipment · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier walk-behind trimmer mowers. The trimmer mowers are orange and black and have the DR Power logo on the top of…

  • DR Power Equipment Recalls Lawn Mowers
    August 6, 2026 · DR Power Equipment · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves DR Power PRO MAX30 30" Deck Wide Cut Walk-Behind Power Lawn Mowers 10.6 FPT, Models: ES (WM25030DEN), MS (WM25030DMN) and MS Recon (WM25030DMNR).…

  • Louisville Ladder Recalls Over One Million Attic Stairway Ladders
    August 6, 2026 · Louisville Ladder · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves Louisville, Featherlite, Lite & Century Attic Stairway Ladders with gas struts only. The aluminum or wood frame ladders come with handrails and fold…

  • Generac Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators
    April 16, 2026 · Generac Power Systems · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves certain Generac Portable Generators which have an orange/black cover and are encased in a steel-tube cradle. It comes with two wheels on the back…

  • Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes
    March 26, 2026 · Petzl · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves the Petzl Nomic ice climbing axes (model U021AA00, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999) and Ergonomic ice climbing axes (model…

  • Spartan Mowers and UTVs Recalls Riding Mowers
    November 20, 2025 · Spartan Mowers · Tools, lawn and garden

    This recall involves certain Model Year 2025 Spartan SRT-XD and KGZ-XD zero radius turn ("ZRT") riding lawn mowers (model numbers RSKXD161994VO, RSKXD172994VO…

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 3, 2025. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.