CPSC recall · Reported March 27, 2003
CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworking
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
Owt Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.c. recalled This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 ….
CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworki… was recalled by Owt Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.c. in March 27, 2003. Reason: The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to th…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Se…. Verify recall #03100 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Owt Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.c. issued this CPSC recall-The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to th….
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- agency class
- March 27, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03100 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower. The model numbers and date codes are printed on a black data label located on the electric motor's housing. The routers have an aluminum base with black handles and a black motor. All affected routers were packaged with a cloth carry bag under the stock number 17518. Routers sold without the bag are not involved in the recall.
Reason for recall
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03100 |
| Date reported | March 27, 2003 |
| Date initiated | March 27, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Owt Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.c. |
| Affected scope | About 5,200 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.
- Check the recall number (03100) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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