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CPSCRecalled Jan 25, 2001 · #01073

CPSC, DEWALT® Industrial Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair 12-inch Miter Saws

Hazard

Bolts on the saws can loosen and the blade could detach, posing a risk of lacerations to consumers.

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Description

The recall involves only 12-inch DEWALT miter saws with model numbers DW704 TY1 and DW705 TY1. The model numbers are located on the nameplate on the top of the saw's housing. The saws are yellow with black accents. The recalled miter saws have date codes from 9201 through 9340. The date code is stamped into the end cap or back of the saws. No other DeWALT miter saws are involved in this recall.

Product details

Product
DEWALT 12-inch miter saws (Models DW704 TY1, DW705 TY1)
Type
Miter Saws
Manufacturer
DEWALT® Industrial Tool Co., of Baltimore, Md.
Model numbers
DW704, TY1, DW705
UPCs
Sold at
Home centers and hardware stores sold these miter saws nationwide, from January 1992 through December 1993, for between $330 and $410.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these saws immediately, and call DEWALT to receive a free replacement bolt to repair the saw.

View the official CPSC notice