Recall #03-100 · Published March 27, 2003

1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router

CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworking

CPSC published a recall notice for 1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router from OWT Industries, Inc. on March 27, 2003. CPSC identifies this hazard: The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.

Recalled 1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router
Recalled 1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router
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Additional identifying details

This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower.

Why it was recalled

The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.

Incidents and injuries

Sears has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
OWT Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
Recall number
03-100
Units
About 5,200
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Sears sold these routers nationwide, from November 2002 through January 2003, for about $60.
Distributor
Sears Roebuck and Co. (Sears), of Hoffman Estates, Ill.

1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router

CPSC product type: Routers & Accessories

Recall contact information

For more information, consumers can call toll-free at (800) 932-3188 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.sears.com

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