Panasonic Recalls Metal Cutter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 15237. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The lower blade guard can get stuck in the fully retracted position and not automatically release to cover the blade. The exposed blade poses a laceration hazard and risk of injury.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Panasonic to receive a return prepaid shipping label. Panasonic will replace the safety guard and return the saws to the consumer.
CPSC recall 15237 has the recall date 9 Sep 2015. The notice names the firm Panasonic Corporation of North America. The recall has about 165 units. The median CPSC recall of 2015 has 6,500 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Laceration. CPSC gives the product type Power Saws.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | None reported |
|---|---|
| Units | 165 |
| Remedy options | Repair |
| Description | This recall involves the EY3530NQMKW 15.6V Cordless Metal Cutter Kit and the EYC136NQK 15.6V Cordless Metal Cutter Combo Kit. The model EY3530 metal cutter saw is a circular metal cutting saw in black with yellow accents. "Panasonic" is printed in white letters on the upper wrap around blade guard. "15.6 V" and "Metal Cutter Saw" are printed in black letters with yellow highlights on the blade guard. The recalled metal cutters are about 13 inches long and 6.7 pounds. The model EY136 combo kit includes the EY3530 circular metal cutting saw and also includes a drill and other accessories. The model number and date code are located on the bottom of the lower support, between the battery and the blade. The first number in the date code is the year, the second and the third are the month and the last four digits are the production number. Date Codes 3120001 through 3120030 4010001 through 4010030 4030001 through 4030030 4080001 through 4080060 5010001 through 5010060 |
| Product | Metal Cutter Saw Kit and Metal Cutter Combo Kit, About 165, Power Saws |
| Sold at | Industrial distributors nationwide from April 2014 through June 2015 for about $400 for the saw kit and $500 for the combo kit. |
| Importer | Panasonic Corporation of North America |
| Made in | China, Japan |
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- Hazard: Laceration
- Category: Power Saws
- CPSC recalls of 2015
The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 165Median of 2015: 6,500
- CPSC recalls of 2015
- 305
- Recalls of 2015 with one of the same hazards
- 11%
- Recalls of 2015 in the category Power Saws
- 0%
- Recalls on the register that name Panasonic Corporation of North America
- 4
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 19 Jan 2018 | Panasonic Recalls Flat Screen Televisions and Swivel Stands Due to Tip-Over Hazard |
| 21 Mar 2016 | Panasonic Recalls Lithium-ion Laptop Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard |
| 30 Sep 2005 | CPSC, Panasonic Corporation of North America Announce Recall of DLP Projector |
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- CPSC recall notice 15237The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 15237. https://recallregister.com/product/6507-panasonic-recalls-metal-cutter-saws-due-to-laceration-hazard/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 15237 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
None reported
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Industrial distributors nationwide from April 2014 through June 2015 for about $400 for the saw kit and $500 for the combo kit.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 15237?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Repair
- How many units are in CPSC recall 15237?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 165