Penn State Industries Recalls Woodworking Jaw Chuck Systems Due to Laceration Hazard
LacerationImpact / crash
The hazard
The jaws can loosen from the chuck and break off, posing a laceration hazard.
Incidents reported: Penn State Industries has received seven reports of the jaw loosening or ejecting from the chuck. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jaw chuck systems and contact Penn State Industries to receive a full refund of the purchase price.
Contact: Penn State Industries at 800-377-7297 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at CSCBARR5.recall@pennstateind.com or online at www.pennstateind.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
About this recall
This recall involves Penn State Industries CSCBARR5 quick change jaw chuck systems used with woodworking lathes. The recalled jaw chuck systems are made of steel, are silver in color and measure about 3.875 inches in diameter. "PSI Woodworking Products" and product number "CSCBARR5" are printed on the side of the chuck.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC