CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3168.
The recall involves Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws with model numbers 324MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 108962), 325MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 014712), 423MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 100371), and 424MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 012690). The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws. Units marked with a "T" at the location shown below have been inspected and are not affected by this recall. "Porter-Cable®" is written on the side of these saws.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3168.
Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Major Home Center And Hardware Stores Nationwide From March 2004 Through November 2005 For Between $130 And $160, Depending On The Model. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3168.
Call Porter-Cable toll-free at (800)949-7930 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Porter-Cable Web site at www.porter-cable.com
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Major Home Center And Hardware Stores Nationwide From March 2004 Through November 2005 For Between $130 And $160, Depending On The Model. Recall FAQ
Major Home Center And Hardware Stores Nationwide From March 2004 Through November 2005 For Between $130 And $160, Depending On The Model. is the subject of an electronics recall: CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws. The notice was published on November 29, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 196,000 units are potentially affected.