CPSC, Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

Active Recall Announced March 27, 2003 CPSC #03101

Quick answer

CPSC, Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws is CPSC recall #03101, announced on March 27, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with model numbers C7SB2 or C7BD2 and serial numbers that begin with C62, C72, C82, C92, C02 or CN2. The model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing below the name "Hitachi." The serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate. The saw's housing is green and the name "Hitachi" also is written on the metal blade guard. The remedy is consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to hitachi for a free repair.. Affected brand: Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd..

Hazard

The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with model numbers C7SB2 or C7BD2 and serial numbers that begin with C62, C72, C82, C92, C02 or CN2. The model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing below the name "Hitachi." The serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate. The saw's housing is green and the name "Hitachi" also is written on the metal blade guard.

Affected products

Hitachi circular saws

Recalled brands

Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to Hitachi for a free repair.

Recall date

March 27, 2003

Categories

Circular Saws

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03101?

CPSC recall #03101 covers CPSC, Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 27, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with model numbers C7SB2 or C7BD2 and serial numbers that begin with C62, C72, C82, C92, C02 or CN2. The model number is located on the green nameplate on the motor housing below the name "Hitachi." The serial number is stamped at the lower right of the nameplate. The saw's housing is green and the name "Hitachi" also is written on the metal blade guard.

What is the remedy for recall #03101?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03101 is consumers should stop using these circular saws immediately and return them to hitachi for a free repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Hitachi-Koki-USA-Ltd-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Circular-Saws-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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