Angle grinder Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 03, 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

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01807/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure effective date 01/06/2026

1. Recall Summary
The notifying country of Germany has issued a recall for a cordless angle grinder sold under the brand Höfftech. The recall notice, case number SR/01807/26, was published on the EU Safety Gate system. The measure involves the withdrawal of the product from the market due to a failure to comply with the Machinery Directive and the relevant 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 Type: Cordless angle grinder (Machinery category).
– Brand: Höfftech.
– Name: Cordless angle grinder.
– Model / Type Number: 009426, M9201.
– Barcode: 8718375339510.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Product Description: A rechargeable cordless angle grinder with machine dimensions of 300x60x60 mm.
– Country of Origin: Unknown.
– Notifying Country: Germany.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following hazard and non-compliance:
– 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: Classified as a serious risk by the notifying authority.

4. Consumer Action Required
The official measure taken by the economic operator (Retailer) is the withdrawal of the product from the market. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. The recall notice does not specify a direct consumer action such as returning the product to a specific store or contacting a manufacturer. The primary action is the removal of the product from the supply chain to prevent further sales.

5. Official Remedy
– Type of Measure: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
– Type of Economic Operator: Retailer.
– Date of Entry into Force: 01/06/2026.
– Remedy Details: The recall notice specifies that the retailer is withdrawing the product from the market. No specific remedy for individual consumers (such as a refund, replacement, or repair) is detailed in the source data.

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

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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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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