Makita Recalls Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 17-019 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 20, 2016
- Brand
- Makita
- Category
- Tools, lawn and garden
- Products
- Circular saws
- Hazard
- Laceration Hazard
- Hazard type
- Laceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 450
- Made in
- Japan
- Last updated by CPSC
- October 27, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves the Makita 5057KB 7-1/4" circular saw with dust collector. The model number and serial number are located on the black nameplate under the name "Makita." The saw's housing is a blue-green color and "Makita" is printed on the dust cover. The serial number ranges included in this recall are: 12638-12737, 12978-13027, 13208-13257, 13322-13351, 13376-13405, 13578-13627, 13658-13707 and 13900-13979.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Circular saws · About 450 units
Photos from the recall notice


Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Tools Plus and other industrial suppliers nationwide and various websites including www.Amazon.com from March 2016 through September 2016 for about $400.; Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif..
Consumer contact
Makita U.S.A. at 800-462-5482 from 8 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.makitatools.com for more information.
Recall history and context
Makita appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Makita recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Circular saws (About 450 units). This recall involves the Makita 5057KB 7-1/4" circular saw with dust collector.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circular saws and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on October 27, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.