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Affected model numbers
EY3530EY136The model number and date code are located on the bottom of the lower support, between the battery and the blade.
Why it was recalled
The lower blade guard can get stuck in the fully retracted position and not automatically release to cover the blade. The exposed blade poses a laceration hazard and risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Panasonic to receive a return prepaid shipping label. Panasonic will replace the safety guard and return the saws to the consumer.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Metal Cutter
- Recall number
- 15-237
- Units
- About 165
- Manufactured in
- China, Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Industrial distributors nationwide from April 2014 through June 2015 for about $400 for the saw kit and $500 for the combo kit.
- Importer
- Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Newark, N.J.
Metal Cutter Saw Kit and Metal Cutter Combo Kit
CPSC product type: Power Saws
Recall contact information
Panasonic Corporation of North America at 800-743-2335 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. ET on Saturday and Sunday or online at www.panasonic.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
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