Recall #03-101 · Published March 27, 2003
Hitachi circular saws
CPSC published a recall notice for Hitachi circular saws from Hitachi on March 27, 2003. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, exposing the blade and posing a serious laceration hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to Hitachi for a free repair.
Why it was recalled
The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, exposing the blade and posing a serious laceration hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to Hitachi for a free repair.
- Brand
- Hitachi
- Recall published
- March 27, 2003
- Units
- About 14,300
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers, hardware stores and industrial suppliers nationwide sold these circular saws, from August 2002 through March 2003, for between $90 and $100.