DeWalt Recalls Framing and Circular Saws for Laceration Hazard
DeWalt is recalling specific framing and circular saws because the lower blade guard may fail to close, exposing the blade and causing lacerations.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in power tools that resulted in reported lacerations requiring medical attention, meeting the criteria for significant injury reports.
Plain-English summary
DeWalt Industrial Tool Co. is recalling approximately 97,000 DW378G and DW378GT 7 ¼-inch framing saws and 37,000 DC300 circular saws. The recall addresses a defect where the lower blade guard can fail to close, leaving the blade exposed and presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.
DeWalt has received four reports of the lower guard failing to close, including three reports of lacerations. One consumer received lacerations to the hand and two others received lacerations to the leg, all of which required medical attention. The framing saws were sold from January 2003 through August 2006 for about $170, while the circular saws were sold from May 2006 through September 2006 for between $380 and $800, depending on the kit.
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DeWalt for a free repair. Saws marked with a "V" on the underside of the handle or motor housing have already been repaired and are not involved in this recall. For additional information, consumers can contact DeWalt toll-free at (866) 854-5214 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.dewalt.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- DeWalt DW378G/DW378GT Framing Saws and DC300 Circular Saws
- Manufacturer
- DeWalt Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
- Category
- Consumer Product — Power Tools
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 97,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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