DEWALT Recalls Cordless Reciprocating Saws for Fire
DEWALT Recalls Cordless Reciprocating Saws for Fire Hazard
Why was DEWALT Recalls Cordless Reciprocating Saws for Fire recalled?
The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair. Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact DEWALT toll-free at (866) 751-9562 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.DEWALT.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
- DEWALT Model DC305 Reciprocating Saws
- Company
- DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
- Quantity
- About 44,000
- Sold at
- Major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from May 2006 through November 2006 for between $380 and $800.
- Recall date
- December 21, 2006
- Incidents / injuries
- DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves cordless DEWALT DC305 model reciprocating saws with date codes 200601-49 through 200640-49. They are yellow and black and about 18 inches long. The model number is located on the name plate on the side of the housing and the date code is located under the handle where the battery is inserted.