Recall #05-177 · Published May 18, 2005

BOSCH Circular Saws

CPSC, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Circular Saws

CPSC published a recall notice for BOSCH Circular Saws from BOSCH on May 18, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation. The official remedy states: Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.

Recalled CS20 Circular Saw
Recalled CS20 Circular Saw
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Additional identifying details

The recalled circular saws include the BOSCH CS10, CS20 and CS20-XC models, which can be identified on the product nameplate mounted on the top of the motor housing.

Why it was recalled

The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received three reports of malfunctioning lower guards, including one amputation.

Official remedy

Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.

Product and sales details

Brand
BOSCH
Manufacturer
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Recall number
05-177
Units
69,000
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Home Depot, Lowe's and Menards nationwide, as well as independent hardware retailers and industrial distributors, from February 2004 through April 2005, for between $120 and $150.

BOSCH Circular Saws

CPSC product type: Circular Saws

Recall contact information

Robert Bosch Tool Corp. at (800) 856-9683 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the BOSCH Web site at www.boschtools.com

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