Circular saws
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Makita has recalled the 5057KB 7-1/4" circular saw with dust collector because the lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, creating a risk of laceration and injury. The recalled saws have blue-green housing with "Makita" printed on the dust cover. The model number and serial number appear on a black nameplate under the Makita name, and only specific serial number ranges are affected: 12638-12737, 12978-13027, 13208-13257, 13322-13351, 13376-13405, 13578-13627, 13658-13707, and 13900-13979.
According to the recall, consumers with affected saws should immediately stop using them and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circular saws and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.
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.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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