CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers

Active Recall Announced January 24, 2006 CPSC #06072

Quick answer

CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers is CPSC recall #06072, announced on January 24, 2006. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Porter-Cable routers are tools used in conjunction with various bits to cut and shape wood. The model and serial numbers are printed on the nameplate on the top of the router. Routers marked with a "T" above "PORTER+CABLE" on the nameplate are not included in this recall. Model Number Porter-Cable Product Name Serial Number 891 2 ¼ Peak HP Gripvac™ Router 10001 through 24647 892 2 ¼ Peak HP Router Kit 10001 through 68442 893PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit 10001 through 68442 894PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit with Gripvac™ Attachment 10001 through 24647 895PK 2 ¼ Peak MP Multibase Router Kit with Router Table Height Adjuster 10001 through 68442 8902 2 ¼ Peak HP Variable-Speed Motor 10001 through 68442 The remedy is consumers should stop using the recalled routers immediately and contact porter-cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.. Affected brand: Porter-Cable.

Hazard

The recalled Porter-Cable routers are tools used in conjunction with various bits to cut and shape wood. The model and serial numbers are printed on the nameplate on the top of the router. Routers marked with a "T" above "PORTER+CABLE" on the nameplate are not included in this recall. Model Number Porter-Cable Product Name Serial Number 891 2 ¼ Peak HP Gripvac™ Router 10001 through 24647 892 2 ¼ Peak HP Router Kit 10001 through 68442 893PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit 10001 through 68442 894PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit with Gripvac™ Attachment 10001 through 24647 895PK 2 ¼ Peak MP Multibase Router Kit with Router Table Height Adjuster 10001 through 68442 8902 2 ¼ Peak HP Variable-Speed Motor 10001 through 68442

Affected products

Porter-Cable 890 Series Routers

Recalled brands

Porter-Cable

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled routers immediately and contact Porter-Cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.

Recall date

January 24, 2006

Categories

Routers & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #06072?

CPSC recall #06072 covers CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 24, 2006. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Porter-Cable routers are tools used in conjunction with various bits to cut and shape wood. The model and serial numbers are printed on the nameplate on the top of the router. Routers marked with a "T" above "PORTER+CABLE" on the nameplate are not included in this recall. Model Number Porter-Cable Product Name Serial Number 891 2 ¼ Peak HP Gripvac™ Router 10001 through 24647 892 2 ¼ Peak HP Router Kit 10001 through 68442 893PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit 10001 through 68442 894PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit with Gripvac™ Attachment 10001 through 24647 895PK 2 ¼ Peak MP Multibase Router Kit with Router Table Height Adjuster 10001 through 68442 8902 2 ¼ Peak HP Variable-Speed Motor 10001 through 68442

What is the remedy for recall #06072?

The CPSC remedy for recall #06072 is consumers should stop using the recalled routers immediately and contact porter-cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.. 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, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers 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/2006/CPSC-Porter-Cable-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Routers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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