PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall of Craftsman® Radial Arm Saws Sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Reported: November 14, 2000 Initiated: November 14, 2000 #01031

Product Description

The recalled Craftsman® 8-, 8-, 9- and 10-inch radial arm saws have a model number beginning with 113, usually located on the base of the saw. The brand name "Craftsman®" and store name "Sears" are written on the saws.

Reason for Recall

These radial arm saws were sold without a guard that covers the entire blade. Consumers have come into contact with the blade or have been hit by pieces of wood kicked back by the saws, resulting in severe injuries.

Remedy

Emerson will provide $100 for the return of the saw carriage of recalled radial arm saws. Consumers must contact Emerson to arrange for a return of their saw carriage at no charge to the consumer. Consumers should have the model and serial numbers of their saw available when they call the toll-free number or visit the website.

Details

Units Affected
About 3.7 million
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Emerson-Tool-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Craftsman-Radial-Arm-Saws-Sold-by-Sears-Roebuck-and-Co

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Craftsman® 8-, 8-, 9- and 10-inch radial arm saws have a model number beginning with 113, usually located on the base of the saw. The brand name "Craftsman®" and store name "Sears" are written on the saws.. Recalled by Emerson Tool Co., of St. Louis, Mo.. Units affected: About 3.7 million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These radial arm saws were sold without a guard that covers the entire blade. Consumers have come into contact with the blade or have been hit by pieces of wood kicked back by the saws, resulting in severe injuries.
What should consumers do? ▼
Emerson will provide $100 for the return of the saw carriage of recalled radial arm saws. Consumers must contact Emerson to arrange for a return of their saw carriage at no charge to the consumer. Consumers should have the model and serial numbers of their saw available when they call the toll-free number or visit the website.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 14, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01031.

Related Recalls

NHTSA Critical

LEXUS 2025: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

LEXUS · 2026-02-18
NHTSA Critical

CADILLAC,CHEVROLET,GMC 2022: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

CADILLAC,CHEVROLET,GMC · 2026-02-13
NHTSA Critical

CHEVROLET,GMC 2020-2022: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

CHEVROLET,GMC · 2026-02-12
NHTSA Critical

CADILLAC 2024: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

CADILLAC · 2026-02-12
NHTSA Critical

NISSAN 2024-2025: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:THROTTLEBODY/MANIFOLD

NISSAN · 2026-02-12

Explore Related Data

Vehicle Safety → Drug Information →