CPSC, DEWALT® Industrial Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair 12-inch Miter Saws

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-01-25 · 01073

Hazards

Bolts on the saws can loosen and the blade could detach, posing a risk of lacerations to consumers.

Recall

Number: 01073
Date: 2001-01-25
Injuries reported: 1

Products

Names: DEWALT 12-inch miter saws (Models DW704 TY1, DW705 TY1)

Companies

Manufacturer(s): DEWALT® Industrial Tool Co., of Baltimore, Md.
Retailer(s): Home centers and hardware stores sold these miter saws nationwide, from January 1992 through December 1993, for between $330 and $410.

Description

The recall involves only 12-inch DEWALT miter saws with model numbers DW704 TY1 and DW705 TY1. The model numbers are located on the nameplate on the top of the saw's housing. The saws are yellow with black accents. The recalled miter saws have date codes from 9201 through 9340. The date code is stamped into the end cap or back of the saws. No other DeWALT miter saws are involved in this recall.

Source

Authoritative: CPSC recall page
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