Portable Table-Saws Recalled by Ryobi Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 11066 · announced December 14, 2010 · One World Technologies · 21,500 units affected
The product
This recall involves the RTS20 Ryobi ten-inch, portable table-saw. The table saw has a blue base and warning label with the model RTS20 and the Ryobi name printed on it and attached to the rear of the saw.
The hazard
The saw blade on the motor carriage could be misaligned, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Ryobi immediately to receive a free inspection of their product and, if necessary, a free repair or replacement of their RTS20 Ryobi table-saw. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The company received one report of a consumer being hit by a piece of metal during the cutting operation. There was no report of a physical injury or property damage.
Sold at: Home Depot retail outlets nationwide and Canada from July 2010 through October 2010 for about $200.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Ryobi at (800) 597-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website 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.