CPSC2001-09-13
CPSC, Ryobi Technologies Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws
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Hazard
The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, posing a risk of serious injury to the operator and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact Ryobi's Consumer Response Team for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Home centers (including Home Depot), hardware stores, and catalogs nationwide sold the circular saws, from October 1998 through July 2001, for between $60 and $140.
Affected count
About 125,000
Injuries reported
Ryobi Technologies has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Products
Ryobi 7 1/4-inch Circular Saws
Consumer contact
Consumers should call Ryobi toll-free at (800) 867-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can write to the company at: Ryobi Technologies Inc., P.O. Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622, Attention: Consumer Response Team.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Ryobi-Technologies-Inc-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Circular-SawsDon't want to check this manually?
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