Recall #06-040 · Published November 29, 2005

Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws

CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

CPSC published a recall notice for Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws from Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG- on November 29, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers. The official remedy states: 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.

Recalled Circular Saw
Recalled Circular Saw
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Affected model numbers

324MAG
Additional identifying details

The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws.

Why 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

Manufacturer
Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
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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