The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06040·Announced 2005-11-29

Porter-Cable Recalls 7¼-inch MAG-Saw Circular Saws for Guard Defect

Porter-Cable is recalling approximately 196,000 circular saws because the lower guard may stick open, posing a risk of severe lacerations.

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 (severe lacerations) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn., is recalling about 196,000 units of its 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws. The recall involves model numbers 324MAG, 325MAG, 423MAG, and 424MAG with specific serial number ranges. The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws. Units marked with a "T" at the location shown in the recall notice have been inspected and are not affected.

The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The affected saws were sold at major home center and hardware stores nationwide from March 2004 through November 2005 for between $130 and $160, depending on the model. Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable toll-free at (800) 949-7930 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.porter-cable.com, to locate the nearest service center for a free inspection and repair, if necessary.

The recalled product

Product
Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws
Manufacturer
Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
196,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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