CPSC2019-07-24
Porter Cable Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Chang Type
Chang Type Industrial Company LTD, of Taichung City, Taiwan
Hazard
The motor can overheat, creating a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saws and contact Chang Type for a refund.
Sold at
Lowe's Stores nationwide from June 2016 through September 2018 for between $100 and $180.
Affected count
About 258,000 (in addition, about 990 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Chang Type has received 61 reports of the table saw motors overheating and causing fires. One consumer reported smoke damage to their home. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Porter-Cable 10" Table Saws
Consumer contact
Chang Type toll-free at 877-206-7151 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.recallrtr.com/PCSaw for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Porter-Cable-Table-Saws-Sold-Exclusively-at-Lowes-Stores-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Made-by-Chang-TypeDon't want to check this manually?
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