Recall #17-019 · Published October 20, 2016

Circular saws

Makita Recalls Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Circular saws from Makita U.S.A. Inc. on October 20, 2016. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circular saws and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.

Makita 5057KB circular saw
Makita 5057KB circular saw
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What to check on the product label

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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

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.

Why it was recalled

The lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circular saws and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
17-019
Units
About 450
Manufactured in
Japan
Sold at / sales period
Tools Plus and other industrial suppliers nationwide and various websites including www.Amazon.com from March 2016 through September 2016 for about $400.
Importer
Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.
Distributor
Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.

Circular saws

Recall contact information

Makita U.S.A. at 800-462-5482 from 8 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.makitatools.com for more information.

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