CPSC, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Circular Saws
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-05-18 · 05177
Hazards
The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.
Recall
Number
05177
Date
2005-05-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
BOSCH Circular Saws
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Retailer(s)
Home Depot, Lowe's and Menards nationwide, as well as independent hardware retailers and industrial distributors, from February 2004 through April 2005, for between $120 and $150.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recalled circular saws include the BOSCH CS10, CS20 and CS20-XC models, which can be identified on the product nameplate mounted on the top of the motor housing. The recalled models do not have an asterisk (*) in the serial number box. The circular saw uses a 7¼-inch blade and has a blue handle and motor enclosure, and a metal guarding system. The name "BOSCH" is printed on the blade guard.