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InjuryFebruary 23, 2023CPSC #23729

Harbor Freight Tools USA Recalls Replacement Lower Blade Guards for 12-Inch Chicago Electric Miter Saw Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Harbor Freight Tools (Recall Alert)

Product
Power Tools
Units affected
7,175
Remedy
replacement, repair

What was recalled

This recall involves replacement lower blade guards sold for Chicago Electric Power Tools brand 12-inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saws bearing item number 61970 and serial numbers less than 370331936. The saw's item number and serial number are printed on the bottom of the saw's warning label. The recalled lower blade guards are made of clear polycarbonate and gray polycarbonate with the words "Chicago Electric" stamped into the gray area. There is no serial number for the replacement guard. Only replacement guards, purchased during or after August 2019, are part of this recall.

Hazard

The recalled replacement lower blade guards do not sufficiently cover the saw blade and can break when making a cut, posing an injury hazard to the user.

Injuries

The firm has received one report of the recalled replacement lower blade guard breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Harbor Freight Tools' parts service department from August 2019 through September 2022 for between $10 and $30.

Photos

Recalled Replacement Lower Blade Guard, Part 1561012-inch Chicago Electric Power Tools Miter Saw, Item Number 61970e12-inch Miter Saw with Incompatible Blade GuardSerial number on Warning Label of 12-inch Miter Saw, Item Number
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