Angle grinder Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 30, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Angle grinder

Brand: Höfftech

Country: Germany

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01807/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Angle grinder
Brand Höfftech
Country Germany
Case Number SR/01807/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – EU Safety Gate Database

Case Number: SR/01807/26
Notifying Country: Germany
Date of Entry into Force of Measure: 01/06/2026
Source: EU Safety Gate Weekly Report

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1. Recall Summary

The notifying country, Germany, has reported a recall for a cordless angle grinder sold under the brand Höfftech. The product is classified as machinery and is intended for consumer use. The recall was initiated by the retailer, who has taken the measure of withdrawing the product from the market. The recall is based on a failure to comply with the Machinery Directive and the European standard EN 62841. The specific risk identified is that the product lacks restart protection, which can lead to unintentional start-up and potential injury to the user.

2. Affected Products

– Product: Cordless angle grinder
– Brand: Höfftech
– Model Name: Cordless angle grinder
– Type/Model Number: 009426, M9201
– Barcode: 8718375339510
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: Unknown
– Product Description: Rechargeable cordless angle grinder. Machine dimensions: 300 x 60 x 60 mm.
– Category: Machinery
– Type: Consumer

3. Hazard Information

The following hazard information is explicitly stated in the EU Safety Gate data:

– Risk Type: Injuries
– Danger Description: The product is missing restart protection. If the power switch is locked, the angle grinder starts up immediately after the battery is installed. This creates a risk that the machine could start up unintentionally, leading to injuries.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841.
– Risk Level: Serious risk (as classified by the notifying authority).

Note: The source data also lists “Chemical Risk” and “Strangulation Hazard” as associated hazards in the summary fields, but the detailed danger description provided in the recall notice only describes the risk of injury due to missing restart protection. No further details regarding chemical risk or strangulation hazard are provided in the source data.

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies that the measure taken is a withdrawal of the product from the market. Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to stop using it immediately. The exact instructions for consumers are not detailed in the source data beyond the market withdrawal measure. Consumers should check the product details (brand, model number, barcode) to confirm if their unit is affected. For specific instructions on how to return or dispose of the product, consumers should contact the retailer or the manufacturer.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy, as stated in the EU Safety Gate data, is the withdrawal of the product from the market by the retailer. The measure was taken by the retailer, and the date of entry into force for this measure is 01/06/2026. The source data does not specify whether a refund, replacement, or repair is offered to consumers who already purchased the product. The remedy is limited to the removal of the product from retail availability.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country: Germany
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099308
– Case Number: SR/01807/26
– Retailer Contact Information: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Manufacturer Contact Information: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

Additional Notes: The source data includes seven images of the product, accessible via the EU Safety Gate portal. No other contact details, such as a phone number, email address, or website for the recalling company, are provided in the recall notice. Consumers seeking further information should refer to the official EU Safety Gate alert page or contact the retailer from whom the product was purchased.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Angle grinder?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01807/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Angle grinder?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Angle grinder?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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