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DeWalt Recalls Framing Saws and Circular Saws for Laceration Hazard

Date: November 8, 2006
Company: DeWalt Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DeWalt for a free repair.

Affected Products

This recall involves DeWalt DW378G and DW378GT 7 ¼-inch framing saws with date codes 200301-49 through 200637-49. The model numbers for the framing saws are located on the side of the housing. The date code is located either on the name plate or under the handle near the power cord exit. Circular saws involved in this recall have model number DC300 with date codes 200601-49 through 200637-49. The model number on the circular saw is located on the name plate on the top of the motor housing. The date code on the circular saw is located on the underside of the motor housing. Framing saws marked with a "V" on the underside of the handle near the cord set and circular saws marked with a "V" on the underside of the motor housing or under the handle where the battery is inserted have already been repaired and are not involved in this recall.

Why Was This Recalled?

The lower blade guard can fail to close, leaving the blade exposed and presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About DeWalt Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md.

DeWalt Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md. has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report