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CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

U.S. CPSCCutsNov 29, 2005
Recalled Circular Saw
Recalled Circular Saw

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recall involves Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws with model numbers 324MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 108962), 325MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 014712), 423MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 100371), and 424MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 012690). The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws. Units marked with a "T" at the location shown below have been inspected and are not affected by this recall. "Porter-Cable®" is written on the side of these saws.

Sold on

Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from March 2004 through November 2005 for between $130 and $160, depending on the model.

Contact the company

Call Porter-Cable toll-free at (800)949-7930 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Porter-Cable Web site at www.porter-cable.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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