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CPSC recall · Reported May 18, 2005

CPSC, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Circular Saws

The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.

Recall #
05177
Affected scope
69,000
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Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill. recalled The recalled circular saws include the BOSCH CS10, CS20 and CS20-XC models, which can be ….

CPSC, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Circular Saws was recalled by Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill. in May 18, 2005. Reason: The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.. Remedy: Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Co…. Verify recall #05177 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation..

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69K units
affected scope
May 18, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05177 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The recalled circular saws include the BOSCH CS10, CS20 and CS20-XC models, which can be identified on the product nameplate mounted on the top of the motor housing. The recalled models do not have an asterisk (*) in the serial number box. The circular saw uses a 7¼-inch blade and has a blue handle and motor enclosure, and a metal guarding system. The name "BOSCH" is printed on the blade guard.

Reason for recall

The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.

Remedy, what to do

Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 05177
Date reported May 18, 2005
Date initiated May 18, 2005
Recalling firm Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Affected scope 69,000
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.

Scale of Impact

69,000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

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Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. to receive a repair kit. The kit inc…

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled circular saws include the BOSCH CS10, CS20 and CS20-XC models, which can be identified on the product nameplate mounted on the top of the motor housing. The recalled models do not have an asterisk (*) in the serial number box. The circular saw uses a 7¼-inch blade and has a blue handle and motor enclosure, and a metal guarding system. The name "BOSCH" is printed on the blade guard.. Recalled by Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.. Units affected: 69,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 18, 2005. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 05177.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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