DEWALT Recalls Cordless Reciprocating Saws for Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-12-21). Hazards: fire. About 44,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07068 |
| Published | 2006-12-21 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Reciprocating Saws |
| Products | DEWALT Model DC305 Reciprocating Saws |
| Firm named in the title | DEWALT |
| Firms | DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 44,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from May 2006 through November 2006 for between $380 and $800. |
Description
This recall involves cordless DEWALT DC305 model reciprocating saws with date codes 200601-49 through 200640-49. They are yellow and black and about 18 inches long. The model number is located on the name plate on the side of the housing and the date code is located under the handle where the battery is inserted.
Hazard
The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported.
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