CPSC recall 17019
Circular saws
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-10-27
On 2016-10-27 the CPSC announced a recall of Circular saws by Makita U, citing the lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17019 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-10-20 |
| Published | 2016-10-27 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Makita U |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Circular saws | This recall involves the Makita 5057KB 7-1/4" circular saw with dust collector. The model number and serial number are located on the black nameplate under the name "Makita." The saw's housing is a blue-green color and "Makita" is printed on the dust cover. The serial number ranges included in this recall are: 12638-12737, 12978-13027, 13208-13257, 13322-13351, 13376-13405, 13578-13627, 13658-13707 and 13900-13979.
Reason
The lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer.
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/2017/Makita-Recalls-Circular-Saws
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