Makita Grease Guns and Hoses Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Makita U.S.A., Inc. has issued a recall for approximately 62,927 professional cordless grease guns and grease gun hoses. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall due to a laceration hazard posed by the flexible grease gun hose. According to the recall notice, the hose can develop a hole, leading to the ejection of grease during operation, which can cause injury.

The recall specifically affects Makita Professional Cordless Grease Guns with model numbers XPG01S1, XPG01SR1, and XPG01Z, as well as Makita Grease Gun Hoses with model numbers 191A79-9, 191A80-4, 191W59-7, and 191W58-9. All affected hoses are identified as having spring ends. Consumers can locate the grease gun model number on the manufacturer’s label on the right side of the tool, and the serial number can be found within the battery mounting port. Specific serial number ranges for each affected grease gun model have been provided by the company for consumers to check.

The issue stems from the potential for the flexible hose to fail, ejecting grease under pressure. Makita U.S.A., Inc. has received five reports of this hose failure globally. These incidents resulted in five reported laceration injuries, all of which occurred outside of the United States. Consumers are advised to immediately cease using the recalled grease guns and hoses.

To address the hazard, Makita is offering a free replacement hose to all affected customers. Consumers who own the recalled products can contact Makita U.S.A., Inc. by calling toll-free at 800-462-5482 between 8 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. Alternatively, consumers can reach out via email at greasegunrecall@makitausa.com. Further details about the recall, including how to identify affected products and instructions for obtaining a replacement, can be found on Makita’s website at http://www.makitatools.com/recall. A link to an “Important Safety Notice/Recall” is also prominently displayed at the top right of the “Support” section on http://www.makitatools.com.

The recalled grease guns and hoses were sold at hardware and home improvement stores nationwide, as well as through various online retailers. Sales occurred between June 2020 and January 2025, with prices ranging from $60 to $390. The products were imported by Makita U.S.A. Inc., based in La Mirada, California, and manufactured in China.

This recall is being conducted under recall number 25-455. Consumers are encouraged to visit CPSC.gov, sign up for email alerts, and follow the CPSC on various social media platforms for safety information. Reporting dangerous products or product-related injuries can be done through http://www.SaferProducts.gov, or by contacting the CPSC’s Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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