CPSC recall 03-101, announced March 27, 2003, covers Hitachi circular saws (about 14,300 units). The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, exposing the blade and posing a serious laceration hazard. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to Hitachi for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 706-7337.
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 model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing below the name "Hitachi." The serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with model numbers C7SB2 or C7BD2 and serial numbers that begin with C62, C72, C82, C92, C02 or CN2. The model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing below the name "Hitachi." The serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate. The saw's housing is green and the name "Hitachi" also is written on the metal blade guard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy 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.
Incidents and injuries
Hitachi has not received any reports of injuries, but has received two reports from consumers of the lower guards sticking.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to Hitachi for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Hitachi
- Manufacturer
- Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd., of Norcross, Ga.
- Product type
- Circular saws
- Recall number
- 03-101
- Units
- About 14,300
- Manufactured in
- United States
- 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.
Hitachi circular saws
CPSC product type: Circular Saws
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Hitachi at (800) 706-7337 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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