If you use a Grizzly Industrial heavy-duty planer in your shop or workspace, this recall is worth your attention. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall involving certain planers due to a defect that could cause debris to be thrown from the machine during use.
Below is a clear breakdown of what’s affected and what to do next.
What’s Being Recalled and Why?
Grizzly Industrial is recalling its 15-inch, 3HP heavy-duty planers because a part inside the machine can malfunction during operation.
Specifically, the chip breaker can contact the cutterhead blades, which may cause debris to be ejected from the planer. This creates impact and laceration hazards for users and anyone nearby.
Seven incidents of rotating cutters breaking have been reported
No injuries have been reported so far
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall applies to the following product:
Product Name: G0815 15” 3HP Heavy-Duty Planer
Model Number: G0815
Brand: Grizzly Industrial
Size:
32 inches wide
28 inches deep
23.5 inches high
Identifying details:
“grizzly.com” and “G0815” printed on the front of the planer
Units affected: About 2,300 in the U.S. (plus 12 sold in Canada)
Sold:
In stores nationwide and online at multiple retailers
Sales period: June 2016 through September 2025
Price range: $900 to $2,400
What You Should Do?
If you own this planer:
Stop using it immediately
Contact Grizzly Industrial to request a free repair kit
The repair kit includes:
An upgraded chip breaker adjustment rod
Spacer
Set screws
Lock washers
Lock nuts
Installation instructions
Do not continue using the planer until the repair has been completed.
Key Dates or Safety Alerts
Recall Date: December 4, 2025
Hazard Type: Impact and laceration hazards
Remedy: Free repair kit
Recall Type: Safety recall
How to Request a Refund or Report the Issue
Consumers should contact Grizzly Industrial directly to receive the free repair kit and instructions.
Full recall details and contact information are available on the CPSC website.
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