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CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworking

Reported: March 27, 2003 Initiated: March 27, 2003 #03100

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

Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.

Details

Units Affected
About 5,200
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-OWT-Industries-Inc-and-Sears-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Routers-Used-in-Woodworking-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by OWT Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.C.. Units affected: About 5,200.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 27, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03100.

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