# CPSC, Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws
> **CPSC recall** · 2003-03-27 · 03101 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 03101
- **Date:** 2003-03-27
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Hitachi circular saws

## Hazards

The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, exposing the blade and posing a serious laceration hazard.

## Manufacturer(s)

Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd., of Norcross, Ga.

## Retailer(s)

Home centers, hardware stores and industrial suppliers nationwide sold these circular saws, from August 2002 through March 2003, for between $90 and $100.

## Country of manufacture

United States

## Description

The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with model numbers C7SB2 or C7BD2 and serial numbers that begin with C62, C72, C82, C92, C02 or CN2. The model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing below the name "Hitachi." The serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate. The saw's housing is green and the name "Hitachi" also is written on the metal blade guard.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Hitachi-Koki-USA-Ltd-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Circular-Saws-)
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