Skil Circular Saws Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. is recalling Skil circular saws because the trigger switch can lock on, posing a laceration risk.
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) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. is recalling approximately 811,000 Skil brand circular saws with model numbers 5650, 5700, 5750, and 5755. The recall involves specific date codes printed on the nameplate located on the front of the saw: 28101 - 29231, 38101 - 39231, 48101 - 49231, 58101 - 59231, and 68101 - 69231. No other models or date codes are included in this recall.
The recall is due to a laceration hazard. The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw. The firm has received five reports of the saw staying on after the user released the trigger, but no injuries have been reported.
The recalled saws were sold at home centers and independent hardware retailers nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $70 and $80. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. for instructions on obtaining a free repair. For additional information, consumers can call the toll-free number (866) 761-5572 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.skil.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Skil® brand Circular Saws
- Manufacturer
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
- Category
- Consumer Product — Power Tools
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 811,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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