CPSC recall 06-040, announced November 29, 2005, covers Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws (about 196,000 units). The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Recall contact: go to www.porter-cable.com.
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.
Affected model numbers
The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws.
Which products are included?
The recall involves Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws with model numbers 324MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 108962), 325MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 014712), 423MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 100371), and 424MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 012690). The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws. Units marked with a "T" at the location shown below have been inspected and are not affected by this recall. "Porter-Cable®" is written on the side of these saws.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Porter-Cable
- Manufacturer
- Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
- Product type
- Circular saws
- Recall number
- 06-040
- Units
- About 196,000 units
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from March 2004 through November 2005 for between $130 and $160, depending on the model.
Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws
CPSC product type: Circular Saws
Recall contact information
Call Porter-Cable toll-free at (800)949-7930 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Porter-Cable Web site at www.porter-cable.com
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