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Porter Cable Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Chang Type

  • Packaging for recalled PCX362010 table saw
  • Nameplate for recalled PCX362010 table saw with model number circled in red.
  • Recalled PCX362010 table saw
Name of Product:
Porter-Cable 10” Table Saws
Hazard:

The motor can overheat, creating a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
July 24, 2019
Units:
About 258,000 (in addition, about 990 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact

Chang Type toll-free at 877-206-7151 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.recallrtr.com/PCSaw for more information.

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:
Description:

This recall involves Porter-Cable brand 10” table saws with model number PCX362010. The saws have a gray body with black accents and the Porter-Cable logo. The model number and serial number are printed on the table saw’s nameplate, located on the back of the saw body near the bottom.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saws and contact Chang Type for a refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

Chang Type has received 61 reports of the table saw motors overheating and causing fires. One consumer reported smoke damage to their home. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Lowe’s Stores nationwide from June 2016 through September 2018 for between $100 and $180.
Manufacturer(s):
Chang Type Industrial Company LTD, of Taichung City, Taiwan
Importer(s):

L G Sourcing, Inc., of Wilkesboro, N.C.

Manufactured In:
Taiwan
Recall number:
19-172

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