CPSCRecalled Mar 27, 2003 · #03100
CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworking
Hazard
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
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This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower. The model numbers and date codes are printed on a black data label located on the electric motor's housing. The routers have an aluminum base with black handles and a black motor. All affected routers were packaged with a cloth carry bag under the stock number 17518. Routers sold without the bag are not involved in the recall.
Product details
- Product
- 1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router
- Type
- Routers & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- OWT Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
- Model numbers
- 17510, A0304
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Sears sold these routers nationwide, from November 2002 through January 2003, for about $60.
- Made in
- United States
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.