Bosch Recalls SkilSaw Miter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-07-10). Hazards: laceration. Models: 3316. About 22,149 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12218 |
| Published | 2012-07-10 |
| Last updated | 2015-02-20 |
| Product category | Miter Saws |
| Products | Miter Saw |
| Firm named in the title | Bosch |
| Firms | Robert Bosch Tool Corporation of Mount Prospect, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 22,149 |
| Model numbers | 3316 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Lowe's Home Centers nationwide and OC Tanner from January 2012 to April 2012. |
Description
The recalled product is the SkilSaw® 10-inch compound miter saw, with model number 3316 and date codes 111, 112, 201, 202, 203 or 204. The model number and date code are on the lower right side of the name plate located on the motor housing. The SkilSaw logo appears at the top of the upper blade guard and on the dust collection bag.
Hazard
The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the miter saw and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for a free lower guard replacement kit.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
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