Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported September 30, 2013
Festool Recalls Plunge Cut Circular Saw Due to Laceration Hazard
The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing following completion of the plunge cut and posing a laceration hazard.
Festool Group GmbH & Co. Kg, of Neidlingen, Germany recalled The TS 55 REQ is a small, portable, circular saw for woodcutting with a 160 mm saw blade,… - a moderate-severity action.
Festool Recalls Plunge Cut Circular Saw Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Festool Group GmbH & Co. Kg, of Neidlingen, Germany in September 30, 2013. Reason: The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing follow…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Festool USA for det…. Verify recall #13293 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Festool Group GmbH & Co. Kg, of Neidlingen, Germany issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing follow….
- Moderate
- severity level
- September 30, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13293 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #13293) was formally reported on September 30, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Festool Group GmbH & Co. Kg, of Neidlingen, Germany is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,200 in the U.S. and 500 in Canada.
The documented reason for this recall is: The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing following completion of the plunge cut and posing a laceration hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Festool USA for details on how to get a free repair or replacement product, or how to receive a refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 5,200 in the U.S. and 500 in Canada
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The TS 55 REQ is a small, portable, circular saw for woodcutting with a 160 mm saw blade, aluminum guide rails and a plunge cut feature. It is 12 inches long and has a gray blade housing and a midnight blue motor housing with a soft hand grip and green accents. The date code and serial number are found on a rating plate on the saw's motor housing under the main handle. Recalled saws include date codes ranging from 02/13 to 05/13 and serial numbers 40033594 through 40074108.
Reason for recall
The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing following completion of the plunge cut and posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Festool USA for details on how to get a free repair or replacement product, or how to receive a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13293 |
| Date reported | September 30, 2013 |
| Date initiated | September 30, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Festool Group GmbH & Co. Kg, of Neidlingen, Germany |
| Affected scope | About 5,200 in the U.S. and 500 in Canada |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Festool USA for details on how to get a free repair or repl…
- Check the recall number (13293) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The TS 55 REQ is a small, portable, circular saw for woodcutting with a 160 mm saw blade, aluminum guide rails and a plunge cut feature. It is 12 inches long and has a gray blade housing and a midnight blue motor housing with a soft hand grip and green accents. The date code and serial number are found on a rating plate on the saw's motor housing under the main handle. Recalled saws include date codes ranging from 02/13 to 05/13 and serial numbers 40033594 through 40074108.. Recalled by Festool Group GmbH & Co. Kg, of Neidlingen, Germany. Units affected: About 5,200 in the U.S. and 500 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing following completion of the plunge cut and posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Festool USA for details on how to get a free repair or replacement product, or how to receive a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 30, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13293.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (13293) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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