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Porter-Cable recalls

6 official CPSC notices naming Porter-Cable, 1995–2019, across power tools and generators.

Porter-Cable recalls at a glance

recall notices
6
units recalled, at least
549,600
incident reports
73
injuries
2
brands
2

Totals add up the figures the notices state, counting a reannounced recall once; 5 of 6 notices add a unit count. A notice that gives no number adds nothing.

Product types
Circular saws (2), Generators (1), Table saws (1), Nailers (1)
Hazards identified
Electric shock, Fire
Categories
Power Tools, Generators
Latest notice
July 24, 2019
Earliest notice
November 6, 1995

Porter-Cable recall model numbers

Every model number named in a Porter-Cable recall, grouped by notice. Type the number from your product label.

4 model numbers

Porter-Cable circular saw recalls

2 notices where the recalled products are circular saws.

All circular saw recalls

Porter-Cable generator recalls

One notice where the recalled product is a generator.

All generator recalls

Porter-Cable table saw recalls

One notice where the recalled product is a table saw.

All table saw recalls

Porter-Cable nail gun recalls

One notice where the recalled product is a nail gun.

All nail gun recalls
New06-201Power Tools

Porter-Cable Cordless Brad Nailer

The nailer can eject a nail while the switch is in the "off" position, if the trigger is pulled and it is placed on a surface. This can pose a serious injury to consumers or bystanders.

  • About 25,000 units
  • 2 reports, 2 injuries
Models

Other Porter-Cable recalls

Porter-Cable notices outside the product types above.

New06-072Power Tools

Porter-Cable 890 Series Routers

The motor coil insulation can be worn away by vibration from the motor, which could pose a shock hazard.

  • Electric shock
  • About 70,000 units
  • No incidents reported

Porter-Cable recall phone numbers and websites

The recall contact each official notice gives, newest first. Contacts can change after a notice is published; the notice itself is the final word.

Porter-Cable recall questions

How many Porter-Cable recalls are there?

As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published 6 recall notices naming Porter-Cable consumer products between 1995 and 2019, covering at least 549,600 units.

Has Porter-Cable had a recall in 2026?

No. As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published no recall notice naming Porter-Cable consumer products in 2026. The most recent was announced July 24, 2019 (CPSC 19-172).

What products has Porter-Cable recalled?

Circular saws (2), generators (1), table saws (1), nailers (1) and 1 other notice.

What is the largest Porter-Cable recall?

“Porter Cable Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Chang Type” (CPSC 19-172), announced July 24, 2019: about 258,000 units.

How do I check if my Porter-Cable 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 Porter-Cable about a recall?

Each notice names its own recall contact; the contacts for every Porter-Cable notice are listed on this page. For the most recent one, Porter-Cable 10" Table Saws (CPSC 19-172), call 877-206-7151 and go to www.recallrtr.com/PCSaw.