WMH Tool Group Inc. Recalls Wilton Mitre Saws for Laceration Hazard
Recalled November 8, 2006 · CPSC recall 07025 · WMH Tool
Hazard
The aluminum cast pivot joint that connects the base of the saw to the head assembly (which contains the saw blade) can crack under extreme pressure or force, causing the blade assembly to unexpectedly break free from the stationary base. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. No remedy is available.
Units
About 38,000
Incidents / injuries
WMH is aware of four reports of cracked pivot housings, one of which resulted in the separation of the saw blade from the base. No injuries have been reported relating to this hazard.
Description
The recall involves all Wilton-brand, 10-inch Compound Mitre Saws, including models with the Laser Line feature with model numbers 99164 and 99192. The model number is written on a black label on the motor housing.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. No remedy is available.
Contact
The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Product
Wilton Mitre Saws
Manufacturer(s)
WMH Tool Group Inc., (WMH), of Elgin, Ill.
Retailers
Home and hardware stores nationwide from January 2002 through October 2006 for between $100 and $140.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →