The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12218·Announced 2012-07-10

Bosch Recalls SkilSaw Miter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Bosch is recalling approximately 22,149 SkilSaw 10-inch compound miter saws because the lower guard can break and contact the blade, 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

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is recalling approximately 22,149 SkilSaw 10-inch compound miter saws, model number 3316, with date codes 111, 112, 201, 202, 203, or 204. The recalled saws were manufactured in China and sold at Lowe's Home Centers nationwide and OC Tanner from January 2012 to April 2012.

The recall is due to a laceration hazard. The lower guard on these miter saws can break and contact the blade during use, which can cause injury to users. The firm has received no reports of incidents or injuries related to this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the miter saw and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for a free lower guard replacement kit. For additional information, consumers can contact the firm toll-free at (888) 727-6109 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.skiltools.com.

The recalled product

Product
Miter Saw
Manufacturer
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
22,149

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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