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5740NB

This model number appears in one official CPSC recall notice for household products. Latest recall published December 19, 2002.

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Recall #03-053 · Published December 19, 2002

Makita Circular Saws

CPSC published a recall notice for Makita Circular Saws from Makita on December 19, 2002. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lower blade guard of the saw can become jammed, which can result in the consumer coming in contact with the blade and suffering a serious injury. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center for a free repair.

Why it was recalled

The lower blade guard of the saw can become jammed, which can result in the consumer coming in contact with the blade and suffering a serious injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center for a free repair.

Brand
Makita
Recall published
December 19, 2002
Units
About 180,000
Sold at / sales period
Home centers, hardware stores and industrial suppliers nationwide sold the circular saws, from April 1998 to November 2002, for between $99 and $119.