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Extech Recalls Digital Clamp Meters Due to Electrocution Hazard

Date: May 25, 2017
Company: Grainger, Platt Electric Supply stores and industrial and electrical distributors and wholesalers nationwide and online
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Extech for a free replacement meter. Options: Replace

Affected Products

This recall involves Extech digital clamp meters with model numbers EX650, EX655, MA160, MA61, and MA63. These models are all AC/DC clamp meters, which are electrical testing devices that measure AC/DC voltage, resistance, capacitance, frequency, temperature, continuity, and diode. Serial numbers in the following format are included in the recall: R15XXXXXXX to R17XXXXXXX. Only serial numbers in this range are included in the recall. The "EXTECH" logo and the model number are printed on the front of the unit and the serial number on the back. The digital clamp meters are green and orange.

Why Was This Recalled?

The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is low or off, posing an electrocution hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Grainger, Platt Electric Supply stores and industrial and electrical distributors and wholesalers nationwide and online

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report