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Medium RiskCPSCcpsc-3316LACERATION

Ryobi Radial Arm Saws Recalled for Blade Detachment Hazard

Category
Units Affected
145,000
Recall Date
July 13, 2006
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Laceration
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3316.

The recall involves all RA200 and RA202 radial arm saws. These are bench top models with 8¼-inch blades. Each unit has a data plate immediately behind the operator grip for the saw, which says "RYOBI 8 1/4" Radial Arm Saw" and either "RA200" or "RA202."

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3316.

Consumers should immediately stop using these radial arm saws and contact Ryobi customer service to arrange to return part of the saw for a payment of $75. No repair is available.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Home And Hardware Stores Nationwide From 1986 Through 1997 For Between $200 And $300, And Higher In Some Instances. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3316.

For additional information, contact Ryobi Customer Service at (800) 525-2579 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET any day of the week, or visit the following Web site: www.ryobi.com

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Home And Hardware Stores Nationwide From 1986 Through 1997 For Between $200 And $300, And Higher In Some Instances. Recall FAQ

Home And Hardware Stores Nationwide From 1986 Through 1997 For Between $200 And $300, And Higher In Some Instances. is the subject of a tools recall: Ryobi Radial Arm Saws Recalled for Blade Detachment Hazard. The notice was published on July 13, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 145,000 units are potentially affected.