CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Table Saws
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-08-20). Hazards: electric shock. Models: BT2500. About 6,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02233 |
| Published | 2002-08-20 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-09 |
| Product category | Table Saws |
| Products | Table Saws, model number BT2500 |
| Firm named in the title | Black & Decker |
| Firms | Black and Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 6,100 |
| Model numbers | BT2500 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the table saws, from August 2001 through April 2002, for about $400. |
Description
The recall involves 10-inch table saws, made in Taiwan, with the model number BT2500 and dates codes 200128-CT through 200148-CT. The model number and date codes are located on a name plate on the front panel above the power switch. The saw is gray with an orange front panel. The name "Black & Decker" is located on the lower right hand portion of the front panel.
Hazard
The motor housing on the saw may crack, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these table saws immediately, unplug them, and call Black & Decker to arrange for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Black and Decker has not received any reports of injuries. This recall to repair is being conducted to prevent the occurrence of injuries.
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