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Hitachi recalls
2 official CPSC notices naming Hitachi, 1997–2003, across power tools.
Hitachi recalls at a glance
- recall notices
- 2
- units recalled, at least
- 14,300
- incident reports
- 2
- brands
- 2
Totals add up the figures the notices state, counting a reannounced recall once; 1 of 2 notices add a unit count. A notice that gives no number adds nothing.
- Product types
- Drills (1), Circular saws (1)
- Hazards identified
- Burn, Fire, Laceration
- Categories
- Power Tools
- Latest notice
- March 27, 2003
- Earliest notice
- March 20, 1997
Hitachi recall model numbers
Every model number named in a Hitachi recall, grouped by notice. Type the number from your product label.
2 model numbers
Hitachi circular saws · 03-101 · 2003
Hitachi drill recalls
One notice where the recalled product is a drill.
Hitachi circular saw recalls
One notice where the recalled product is a circular saw.
Hitachi circular saws
The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, exposing the blade and posing a serious laceration hazard.
- Laceration
- About 14,300 units
- 2 reports
Hitachi recall phone numbers
The recall contact each official notice gives, newest first. Contacts can change after a notice is published; the notice itself is the final word.
Hitachi recall questions
How many Hitachi recalls are there?
As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published 2 recall notices naming Hitachi consumer products between 1997 and 2003, covering at least 14,300 units.
Has Hitachi had a recall in 2026?
No. As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published no recall notice naming Hitachi consumer products in 2026. The most recent was announced March 27, 2003 (CPSC 03-101).
What products has Hitachi recalled?
Drills (1) and circular saws (1).
What is the largest Hitachi recall?
“CPSC, Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws” (CPSC 03-101), announced March 27, 2003: about 14,300 units.
How do I check if my Hitachi product is recalled?
Find the model number on the product's rating label, then type it into the model-number lookup on this page. A match means the number appears in an official CPSC notice; open that notice to confirm any date codes or serial ranges it lists. No match is not proof that a product is safe.
How do I contact Hitachi about a recall?
Each notice names its own recall contact; the contacts for every Hitachi notice are listed on this page. For the most recent one, Hitachi circular saws (CPSC 03-101), call (800) 706-7337.