CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworking
CPSC recall 03100 · announced March 27, 2003 · Owt Industries · 5,200 units affected
The product
This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower. The model numbers and date codes are printed on a black data label located on the electric motor's housing. The routers have an aluminum base with black handles and a black motor. All affected routers were packaged with a cloth carry bag under the stock number 17518. Routers sold without the bag are not involved in the recall.
The hazard
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Sears has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Sold at: Sears sold these routers nationwide, from November 2002 through January 2003, for about $60.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can call toll-free at (800) 932-3188 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.sears.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.