Makita Recalls Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Recalled 2016-10-20. Laceration hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 450Units
2016-10-20Recall date
None reportedInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Makita 5057KB 7-1/4" circular saw with dust collector. The model number and serial number are located on the black nameplate under the name "Makita." The saw's housing is a blue-green color and "Makita" is printed on the dust cover. The serial number ranges included in this recall are: 12638-12737, 12978-13027, 13208-13257, 13322-13351, 13376-13405, 13578-13627, 13658-13707 and 13900-13979.
- The hazard
- The lower blade guard can malfunction and expose the blade, posing a laceration hazard and risk of injury to the consumer.
- Injuries
- None reported
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circular saws and contact Makita to schedule a free repair.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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