Reported Sep 9, 2015
Panasonic Recalls Metal Cutter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Panasonic Corporation of North America of Newark, N.J.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Panasonic to receive a return prepaid shipping label. Panasonic will replace the safety guard and return the saws to the consumer.
Firm contact: Panasonic Corporation of North America at 800-743-2335 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. ET on Saturday and Sunday or online at www.panasonic.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
What it looks like
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- Metal Cutter Saw Kit and Metal Cutter Combo Kit
- Amount recalled
- About 165
Where it was sold
Sold at Industrial distributors nationwide from April 2014 through June 2015 for about $400 for the saw kit and $500 for the combo kit..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The lower blade guard can get stuck in the fully retracted position and not automatically release to cover the blade. The exposed blade poses a laceration hazard and risk of injury.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: None reported
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