CPSC2002-08-20
CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Table Saws
Black and Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Hazard
The motor housing on the saw may crack, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these table saws immediately, unplug them, and call Black & Decker to arrange for a free repair.
Sold at
Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the table saws, from August 2001 through April 2002, for about $400.
Affected count
About 6,100
Injuries reported
Black and Decker has not received any reports of injuries. This recall to repair is being conducted to prevent the occurrence of injuries.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Table Saws, model number BT2500
Consumer contact
Consumers may call Black & Decker at (866) 357-0324 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.blackanddecker.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Black--Decker-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Table-Saws-Don't want to check this manually?
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