DeWALT 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saws
Published August 4, 2022
Summary
CPSC records recall 22196, published August 4, 2022. Reported units: About 1,364,000 (In addition, about 118,600 were sold in Canada).
What's the hazard
The miter saw's rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. DeWALT is directly contacting all known purchasers.
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Recall details
- Brand
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland
- Distributor
- Lowe's stores, The Home Depot and hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from April 2019 through May 2022 for between $600 and $820.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was DeWALT 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saws recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 22196 on August 4, 2022. Reported hazard: The miter saw's rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. DeWALT is directly contacting all known purchasers.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland.