Ryobi is recalling about 12,000 corded circular saws sold at Home Depot. The return spring on the lower blade guard can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
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.
The saws were sold at Home Depot stores nationwide from October 2008 through November 2008 for between $30 and $70. They were made in China.
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.
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 firms Web site at www.ryobitools.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
