Cordless grease gun
| Alert Number | SR/01784/25 |
| Brand | Makita |
| Category | Hand tools |
| Risk Type | Damage to sight, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | DGP180RT, DGP180Z |
| Published | 16 May 2025 |
Risk Description
Repeated bending of the hose nozzle to inject grease into tight spaces can cause a hole to appear near the tip of the hose. Grease can squirt out through this hole at high pressure leading to a risk of injuries and damage to sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/03/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/03/2025
Product Description
Cordless grease gun with flexible hose. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASINs: B0D7RDLP9N and B091JVKSL2).