CPSC recall 07-149, announced April 5, 2007, covers Craftsman Circular Saws (about 308,000 units). The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with the proper operation of the lower blade guard, exposing the saw's blade and posing a laceration hazard to consumers. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately remove the Craftsman label from the upper blade guard, according to the instructions. Recall contact: call (800) 659-7026.
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 number is located on the circular saw's upper motor housing.
Which products are included?
The recall involves a 7-1/4-inch circular saw. The model numbers included are: 172.108550, 172.108560, 172.108650, and 172.108660. The model number is located on the circular saw's upper motor housing. Model numbers 172.108560 and 172.108650 have a gray body housing and a gray blade guard. Model numbers 172.108550 and 172.108660 have a black body housing and a gray blade guard. "Craftsman" is written on the label on the upper blade guard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with the proper operation of the lower blade guard, exposing the saw's blade and posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Sears has received two reports of the blade guard catching on the label with one incident resulting in an injury to the user that required 12 stitches.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the Craftsman label from the upper blade guard, according to the instructions. Instructions are available at OSH.com (under the Product Safety page).
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Craftsman
- Manufacturer
- Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co. Ltd., of Charlotte, N.C.
- Product type
- Circular saws
- Recall number
- 07-149
- Units
- About 308,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sears, Kmart, and Orchard Supply Hardware stores nationwide and online through these stores from November 2004 through February 2007 for between $40 and $60.
- Distributor
- Sears, of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Craftsman Circular Saws
CPSC product type: Circular Saws
Recall contact information
For additional information, call a toll free number at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday
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