Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled By One World Technologies Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 09088 · announced January 13, 2009 · One World Technologies · 12,400 units affected
The product
This recall involves Ryobi corded circular saws with the following model numbers: CSB123, CSB133L, and CSB142LZ. Circular saws included in this recall have manufacturing date codes between 0836 and 0842 on the data plate near the trigger handle of the saw. Circular saws with a green dot on or near the data plate and on the outside of the package are not subject to this recall.
The hazard
The return spring on the circular saw's lower blade guard can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the circular saw and contact One World Technologies Inc. to locate their nearest authorized service center to schedule a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Home Depot stores nationwide from October 2008 through November 2008 for between $30 and $70.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact One World Technologies at (800) 525-2579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ryobitools.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.