DEWALT DC305 Model Reciprocating Saws
CPSC Recall #07-068 — December 20, 2006
Product
DEWALT DC305 Model Reciprocating Saws
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md., is voluntarily recalling about 44,000 DEWALT DC305 Model Reciprocating Saws. The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.Name of Product: DEWALT DC305 Model Reciprocating SawsUnits: About 44,000Manufacturer: DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.Hazard: The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.Incidents/Injuries: DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported.Description: This recall involves cordless DEWALT DC305 model reciprocating saws with date codes 200601-49 through 200640-49. They are yellow and black and about 18 inches long. The model number is located on the name plate on the side of the housing and the date code is located under the handle where the battery is inserted.Sold at: Major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from May 2006 through November 2006 for between $380 and $800.Manufactured in: MexicoRemedy: Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair.Customer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact DEWALT toll-free at (866) 751-9562 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.DEWALT.com.
Hazard
The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair.
Units Affected
About 44,000
Sold At
Major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from May 2006 through November 2006 for between $380 and $800.
Manufacturer
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Manufactured In
Mexico