CPSC recall 03-100, announced March 27, 2003, covers OWT Industries 1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router (about 5,200 units). The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders. Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange. Recall contact: call (800) 932-3188, or go to www.sears.com.
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This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower. The model numbers and date codes are printed on a black data label located on the electric motor's housing. The routers have an aluminum base with black handles and a black motor. All affected routers were packaged with a cloth carry bag under the stock number 17518. Routers sold without the bag are not involved in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
Sears has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- OWT Industries
- Manufacturer
- OWT Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
- Recall number
- 03-100
- Units
- About 5,200
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Sears sold these routers nationwide, from November 2002 through January 2003, for about $60.
- Distributor
- Sears Roebuck and Co. (Sears), of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router
CPSC product type: Routers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can call toll-free at (800) 932-3188 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.sears.com
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