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Makita Recalls Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall 17-019 · October 20, 2016 · Makita

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled circular saws and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

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

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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.