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Circular saws — recall 17019

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2016-10-20

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
17019
Date of alert
2016-10-20
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: This recall involves the Makita 5057KB 7-1/4" circular saw with dust collector. The model number and serial number are located on the black nameplate under the name "Makita." The saw's housing is a blue-green color and "Makita" is printed on the dust cover. The serial number ranges included in this recall are: 12638-12737, 12978-13027, 13208-13257, 13322-13351, 13376-13405, 13578-13627, 13658-13707 and 13900-13979. Hazards: The lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Makita-Recalls-Circular-Saws

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