CPSC recall 01-072, announced January 25, 2001, covers Black & Decker “Industry & Construction” 12-inch miter saws (Models 3660 TY1, 3680 TY1) (about 6,400 units). Bolts on the saws can loosen and the blade could detach, posing a risk of lacerations to consumers. The notice cites 7 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these saws immediately, and call Black & Decker to receive a free replacement bolt to repair the saw. Recall contact: call (888) 771-4540.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model numbers are located on the nameplate on the top of the saw's housing.
Which products are included?
The recall involves only 12-inch Black & Decker Industry & Construction miter saws with model numbers 3660 TY1 and 3680 TY1. The model numbers are located on the nameplate on the top of the saw's housing. The saws have a charcoal gray housing. The recalled miter saws have date codes from 9201 through 9340. The date code is stamped into the end cap or back of the saws. No other Black & Decker miter saws are involved in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Bolts on the saws can loosen and the blade could detach, posing a risk of lacerations to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Black & Decker has received seven reports of consumers with lacerations when the blades on these saws detached.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these saws immediately, and call Black & Decker to receive a free replacement bolt to repair the saw.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Black & Decker
- Manufacturer
- Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
- Product type
- Miter saws
- Recall number
- 01-072
- Units
- About 6,400
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers and hardware stores sold these miter saws nationwide from January 1992 through December 1993 for between $330 and $410.
Black & Decker “Industry & Construction” 12-inch miter saws (Models 3660 TY1, 3680 TY1)
CPSC product type: Miter Saws
Recall contact information
For more information or to order the repair kit, call Black & Decker toll-free at (888) 771-4540 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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