Moderate Recalled January 13, 2009 About 12,400 units Updated May 23, 2014

Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled By One World Technologies Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard

Laceration

The hazard

The return spring on the circular saw's lower blade guard can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately stop using the circular saw and contact One World Technologies Inc. to locate their nearest authorized service center to schedule a free repair.

Contact: For additional information, contact One World Technologies at (800) 525-2579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ryobitools.com

About this recall

This recall involves Ryobi corded circular saws with the following model numbers: CSB123, CSB133L, and CSB142LZ. Circular saws included in this recall have manufacturing date codes between 0836 and 0842 on the data plate near the trigger handle of the saw. Circular saws with a green dot on or near the data plate and on the outside of the package are not subject to this recall.

Product photos

Recalled Circular Saw indicating data plate location
Recalled Circular Saw indicating data plate location
Manufacturing date code 0836-0842 and a green dot indicating this saw was already fixed
Manufacturing date code 0836-0842 and a green dot indicating this saw was already fixed

Photos: U.S. CPSC