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CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers

Date: January 24, 2006
Company: Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
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 recalled routers immediately and contact Porter-Cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.

Affected Products

The recalled Porter-Cable routers are tools used in conjunction with various bits to cut and shape wood. The model and serial numbers are printed on the nameplate on the top of the router. Routers marked with a "T" above "PORTER+CABLE" on the nameplate are not included in this recall. Model Number Porter-Cable Product Name Serial Number 891 2 ¼ Peak HP Gripvac™ Router 10001 through 24647 892 2 ¼ Peak HP Router Kit 10001 through 68442 893PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit 10001 through 68442 894PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit with Gripvac™ Attachment 10001 through 24647 895PK 2 ¼ Peak MP Multibase Router Kit with Router Table Height Adjuster 10001 through 68442 8902 2 ¼ Peak HP Variable-Speed Motor 10001 through 68442

Why Was This Recalled?

The motor coil insulation can be worn away by vibration from the motor, which could pose a shock hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.

Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn. has 3 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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