CPSC recall 03100
1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-05-27
On 2025-05-27 the CPSC announced a recall of 1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router by Owt Industries, citing the on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03100 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2003-03-27 |
| Published | 2025-05-27 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Owt Industries |
| Distribution | US |
Product
1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router | 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.
Reason
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-OWT-Industries-Inc-and-Sears-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Routers-Used-in-Woodworking-
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