DEWALT Recalls Cordless Reciprocating Saws for Fire Hazard
Recall 07068 · Dec 21, 2006 · Dewalt
44,000
units affected
44,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07068
- Date
- Dec 21, 2006
- Company
- Dewalt
- Units affected
- 44,000
- Product
- DEWALT Model DC305 Reciprocating Saws
- Product type
- Reciprocating Saws
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves cordless DEWALT DC305 model reciprocating saws with date codes 200601-49 through 200640-49. They are yellow and black and about 18 inches long. The model number is located on the name plate on the side of the housing and the date code is located under the handle where the battery is inserted.
What can happen
The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported.
- Sold at
- Major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from May 2006 through November 2006 for between $380 and $800.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled dewalt model dc305 reciprocating saws?
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.