Bosch Recalls SkilSaw Miter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 12218 · announced July 10, 2012 · Robert Bosch Tool Corporation Of Mount Prospect, Ill · 22,149 units affected
The product
The recalled product is the SkilSaw® 10-inch compound miter saw, with model number 3316 and date codes 111, 112, 201, 202, 203 or 204. The model number and date code are on the lower right side of the name plate located on the motor housing. The SkilSaw logo appears at the top of the upper blade guard and on the dust collection bag.
The hazard
The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the miter saw and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for a free lower guard replacement kit. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Sold at: Lowe's Home Centers nationwide and OC Tanner from January 2012 to April 2012.
Consumer contact: Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 727-6109 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.skiltools.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.