CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Table
CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Table Saws
Why was CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Table recalled?
The motor housing on the saw may crack, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these table saws immediately, unplug them, and call Black & Decker to arrange for a free repair. 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
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Table Saws, model number BT2500
- Company
- Black and Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
- Quantity
- About 6,100
- Sold at
- Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the table saws, from August 2001 through April 2002, for about $400.
- Recall date
- August 20, 2002
- Incidents / injuries
- Black and Decker has not received any reports of injuries. This recall to repair is being conducted to prevent the occurrence of injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves 10-inch table saws, made in Taiwan, with the model number BT2500 and dates codes 200128-CT through 200148-CT. The model number and date codes are located on a name plate on the front panel above the power switch. The saw is gray with an orange front panel. The name "Black & Decker" is located on the lower right hand portion of the front panel.