CPSC, Makita U.S.A. Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

危险说明 Hazard

• The lower blade guard of the saw can become jammed, which can result in the consumer coming in contact with the blade and suffering a serious injury.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with the model number 5740NB. The model number is located on the silver nameplate next to the name "Makita." The saw's housing is blue-green and the name "Makita" appears on the metal blade guard and silver nameplate on the motor housing. Any 5740NB circular saws with an "N" preceding the serial number on the nameplate and a blue dot on the shipping carton are not involved in this recall.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• Makita U.S.A. Inc. has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center for a free repair.

消费者联系信息

For more information on how to return the saw or to locate the nearest Makita factory service center, consumers should contact Makita U.S.A. Inc. at (800) 462-5482 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.