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CPSC recall · Reported April 5, 2007

Sears Warns Consumers to Remove Label from Craftsman Circular Saws, Obstructed Blade Guard Poses Laceration Hazard

The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with the proper operation of the lower blade guard, exposing the saw's blad…

Recall #
07149
Affected scope
About 308,000
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Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co. Ltd., of Charlotte, N.c. recalled The recall involves a 7-1/4-inch circular saw. The model numbers included are: 172.108550….

Sears Warns Consumers to Remove Label from Craftsman Circular Saws, Obstructed Blade Guar… was recalled by Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co. Ltd., of Charlotte, N.c. in April 5, 2007. Reason: The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the Craftsman label from the upper blade guard, accor…. Verify recall #07149 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co. Ltd., of Charlotte, N.c. issued this CPSC recall-The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with ….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07149 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 recall involves a 7-1/4-inch circular saw. The model numbers included are: 172.108550, 172.108560, 172.108650, and 172.108660. The model number is located on the circular saw's upper motor housing. Model numbers 172.108560 and 172.108650 have a gray body housing and a gray blade guard. Model numbers 172.108550 and 172.108660 have a black body housing and a gray blade guard. "Craftsman" is written on the label on the upper blade guard.

Reason for recall

The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with the proper operation of the lower blade guard, exposing the saw's blade and posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately remove the Craftsman label from the upper blade guard, according to the instructions. Instructions are available at OSH.com (under the Product Safety page).

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 07149
Date reported April 5, 2007
Date initiated April 5, 2007
Recalling firm Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co. Ltd., of Charlotte, N.c.
Affected scope About 308,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 immediately remove the Craftsman label from the upper blade guard, according to the instructions. Instructions a…

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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 recall involves a 7-1/4-inch circular saw. The model numbers included are: 172.108550, 172.108560, 172.108650, and 172.108660. The model number is located on the circular saw's upper motor housing. Model numbers 172.108560 and 172.108650 have a gray body housing and a gray blade guard. Model numbers 172.108550 and 172.108660 have a black body housing and a gray blade guard. "Craftsman" is written on the label on the upper blade guard.. Recalled by Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co. Ltd., of Charlotte, N.c.. Units affected: About 308,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The "Craftsman" logo label located on the upper blade guard can become partially detached and interfere with the proper operation of the lower blade guard, exposing the saw's blade and posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the Craftsman label from the upper blade guard, according to the instructions. Instructions are available at OSH.com (under the Product Safety page).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 5, 2007. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 07149.
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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