Recall #01-232 · Published September 13, 2001

Ryobi 7 1/4-inch Circular Saws

CPSC, Ryobi Technologies Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

CPSC published a recall notice for Ryobi 7 1/4-inch Circular Saws from Ryobi 7 1/4-inch on September 13, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, posing a risk of serious injury to the operator and bystanders. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact Ryobi's Consumer Response Team for a free repair kit.

Diagram of recalled Ryobi circular saw
Diagram of recalled Ryobi circular saw
Image: CPSC recall notice

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Affected model numbers

CSB120CSB130CSB1308CSB130KCSB130JS
Additional identifying details

The recalled saws have one of the following model numbers - CSB120, CSB130, CSB1308, CSB130K, or CSB130JS - which can be found on a white label on the motor housing.

Why it was recalled

The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, posing a risk of serious injury to the operator and bystanders.

Incidents and injuries

Ryobi Technologies has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact Ryobi's Consumer Response Team for a free repair kit.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Ryobi Technologies Inc. (RTI), of Anderson, S.C.
Recall number
01-232
Units
About 125,000
Sold at / sales period
Home centers (including Home Depot), hardware stores, and catalogs nationwide sold the circular saws, from October 1998 through July 2001, for between $60 and $140.

Ryobi 7 1/4-inch Circular Saws

CPSC product type: Circular Saws

Recall contact information

Consumers should call Ryobi toll-free at (800) 867-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can write to the company at: Ryobi Technologies Inc., P.O. Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622, Attention: Consumer Response Team.

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