Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · 1,700 (in addition, about 20 were sold in Canada) units
Appliances Recall No. 17-167 Published May 25, 2017

Digital clamp meters

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. sold at Grainger, Platt Electric Supply stores and industrial and electrical distributors and wholesalers nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from January 2016 – April 2017 for $110 to $230.

Models EX650 & EX655
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Models EX650 & EX655

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Affected model numbers

Why it was 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.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

Extech received two reports of clamp meters displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

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

Product and sales details

Units1,700 (in addition, about 20 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atGrainger, Platt Electric Supply stores and industrial and electrical distributors and wholesalers nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites
Sales periodJanuary 2016 – April 2017
Price$110 to $230
Category Appliances

How to reach the firm

Phone
855-239-8324
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.extech.com

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