The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·03101·Announced 2003-03-27

Hitachi Circular Saws Recalled for Sticking Blade Guards

Hitachi is recalling about 14,300 circular saws because the lower blade guards can stick open, exposing the blade and posing a laceration hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (laceration hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. is recalling approximately 14,300 7 1/4-inch circular saws with model numbers C7SB2 or C7BD2. The recall involves units with serial numbers beginning with C62, C72, C82, C92, C02, or CN2. The model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing, and the serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate.

The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, which exposes the blade and poses a serious laceration hazard. Hitachi has not received any reports of injuries, but has received two reports from consumers of the lower guards sticking.

These saws were sold at home centers, hardware stores, and industrial suppliers nationwide from August 2002 through March 2003 for between $90 and $100. Consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to Hitachi for a free repair. For more information, contact Hitachi at (800) 706-7337 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Hitachi circular saws
Manufacturer
Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd., of Norcross, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
14,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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