Panasonic Recalls Metal Cutter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Panasonic is recalling specific cordless metal cutter saw kits because the lower blade guard can get stuck, 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 corresponds to a High severity score of 3 according to the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Panasonic Corporation of North America is recalling the EY3530NQMKW 15.6V Cordless Metal Cutter Kit and the EYC136NQK 15.6V Cordless Metal Cutter Combo Kit. The recall involves approximately 165 units of the EY3530 metal cutter saw, which is a circular metal cutting saw in black with yellow accents. The model EY136 combo kit includes the saw along with a drill and other accessories. The affected units were sold through industrial distributors nationwide from April 2014 through June 2015 for approximately $400 for the saw kit and $500 for the combo kit.
The lower blade guard on these saws can get stuck in the fully retracted position and fail to automatically release to cover the blade. This defect leaves the blade exposed, creating a laceration hazard and a risk of injury. Panasonic has not reported any injuries associated with this recall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Panasonic to receive a prepaid shipping label for a return. Panasonic will replace the safety guard and return the saws to the consumer. The model number and date code are located on the bottom of the lower support, between the battery and the blade. Affected date codes range from 3120001 through 3120030, 4010001 through 4010030, 4030001 through 4030030, 4080001 through 4080060, and 5010001 through 5010060.
The recalled product
- Product
- Metal Cutter Saw Kit and Metal Cutter Combo Kit
- Category
- Consumer Product — Power Tools
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 165
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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